ARD/IEP Supports

Inclusion, ARD/IEP Supports

Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) - Texas SPED Quick Learns

The Texas SPED Quick Learns is part of the TEA Microlearning Series featuring Specially Designed Instruction (SDI). In this video, educators and instructional leaders will understand what and how to implement SDI.

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Autism, Transition, ARD/IEP Supports

A Good Transition Plan

What does a good transition plan entail? Dr. Carter explains.

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ARD/IEP Supports, Child Find, Evaluation, State Guidance

Students with Disabilities Who Transfer In-State and Out-of-State Quick Guide

This quick guide outlines federal and state requirements and procedures for students new to the local educational agency (LEA) because they have transferred from in or outside the state.

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Transition, Evaluation, ARD/IEP Supports

Fidelity Checklist and Reflection Tool: Conducting Necessary Transition Assessments

This self-check will help you determine where your district is currently performing in regard to conducting transition assessments

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Inclusion, Instruction, ARD/IEP Supports

Specially Designed Instruction Guide

This guide provides school systems with a foundation for building a shared understanding of SDI with practical examples and how SDI applies to IEPs.

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Significant Cognitive Disabilities, ARD/IEP Supports

IEP Quality and Rigor Rubric

This document guides the development of PLAAFP, goals/objectives, and progress monitoring methods of the individualized education program of students with significant cognitive disabilities.

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ARD/IEP Supports, Autism, Behavior, Inclusion, Instruction, MTSS

TEKS Behavior Alignment- Educator Guide

Companion guide for General and Special Educators to support implementation and decision-making alongside the TEKS Behavior Alignment Tool.

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ARD/IEP Supports, Child Find, Evaluation

Review of Existing Evaluation Data and Reevaluation: Question and Answer Document

This question-and-answer document is intended to provide guidance and best practices to LEAs regarding the REED and reevaluation processes.

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ARD/IEP Supports

ARD 101

This virtual workshop will review the requirements of an ARD committee meeting, including membership, participation, and components. Participants will gain an understanding of the different types of ARD committee meetings and the processes for mutual agreement. Learn best practices of a compliant

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ARD/IEP Supports, State Guidance

Question and Answer: Individualized Education Program (IEP) Measurable Annual Goals

Guidance and best practices for writing measurable IEP goals that ensure involvement and progress in the student’s grade-level academic standards.

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ARD/IEP Supports

Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) - Texas SPED Quick Learns

A Good Transition Plan

Students with Disabilities Who Transfer In-State and Out-of-State Quick Guide

Fidelity Checklist and Reflection Tool: Conducting Necessary Transition Assessments

Specially Designed Instruction Guide

IEP Quality and Rigor Rubric

TEKS Behavior Alignment- Educator Guide

Review of Existing Evaluation Data and Reevaluation: Question and Answer Document

ARD 101

Question and Answer: Individualized Education Program (IEP) Measurable Annual Goals

Texas ARD/IEP Supports Contacts

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