ARD/IEP Supports

Instruction, ARD/IEP Supports

New to Special Education Teacher Toolkit

The resources in this collection support new special education teachers with foundational tools and training on IEPs, ARD meetings, paraprofessional collaboration, and legal compliance—practical, easy to use, and aligned with state and federal guidelines.

View Collection

Autism, ARD/IEP Supports

Autism Supplement Guidance Document

Download this helpful guidance document developed by TEA that explains the eleven strategies required for annual consideration as part of the Autism Supplement.

View Document

State Guidance, ARD/IEP Supports

Technical Assistance: Individualized Education Program Development

TEA's technical assistance guide to support LEAs in developing individualized, high-quality, rigorous IEPs for students receiving special education services.

View Document

State Guidance, Transition, ARD/IEP Supports, Evaluation

Graduation and Special Education Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The information included in this FAQ provides guidance related to graduation requirements for students receiving special education services in Texas, in accordance with 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) §89.1070. These questions and answers clarify expectations and are intended to support staff at

View Article

New

Instruction, ARD/IEP Supports, Behavior, MTSS

TEKS Behavior Alignment Resource Collection

A centralized set of tools and companion guides designed to support the alignment of behavioral supports with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). This collection assists administrators, educators, and ARD committees in making data-informed decisions that promote positive student outcomes

View Collection

New

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

Educator Guide

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

View Tool/Template

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

Campus Administrator Guide

Companion guide for Campus Administrators to support implementation and decision-making alongside the TEKS Behavior Alignment Tool.

View Tool/Template

Dyslexia and Other Related Disorders, Child Find, State Guidance, ARD/IEP Supports

TEA Dyslexia

TEA Dyslexia: A TEA Professional Learning course is a free dyslexia professional learning course designed for all school and district staff members across the state who serve students in kindergarten through grade 12. This course meets the requirements for Texas Education Code (TEC) §21.054(b)

View Course

ARD/IEP Supports, Evaluation

Prior Written Notice-Legal Requirements and Best Practices

Reviews the legal requirements of a prior written notice as required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

View Video

State Guidance, ARD/IEP Supports, Evaluation

SPEDTex

SPEDTex, the Special Education Information Center in Texas, is a website with resources and a call center to support families of students served through special education.

View External Resource