Special Education Performance Diagnostic (SPD) Self-Assessment Video

The SPD Key Practice Self‑Assessment provides districts with a structured way to examine the quality and consistency of their special education practices using the SPD Framework’s seven levers. This video introduces how essential actions, key practices, and success criteria guide district teams in understanding what effective implementation should look like. It also demonstrates how teams use existing data, local evidence, and stakeholder input to evaluate current performance and develop a clear understanding of system strengths and opportunities for improvement.

The video walks district teams through the process of gathering evidence, applying the four‑point rating scale, and identifying priority areas that will guide strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts. By supporting collaboration, thoughtful reflection, and data‑informed decision‑making, the SPD Key Practice Self‑Assessment helps districts take meaningful steps toward strengthening special education systems and improving outcomes for students with disabilities across Texas.