TEA Rules Update — Special-Ed
The TEA announced these special-ed related education commissioner’s rule actions in the July 26 Texas Register:
Adopted Rule
- Clarifying criteria related to a student receiving a full individual and initial evaluation (FIIE) for special education and related services, and revisions to individualized education programs (IEPs). Numerous changes, based on public comment, were made to the rule upon final adoption.
Additional info here and here. Effective: July 30.
Proposed Rule
- Revising rules (info here) related to procedures for individualized education program facilitation that school districts may use as an alternative dispute resolution method to avoid potential disputes between a school district and a parent of a student with a disability.
Public comment deadline: Aug. 26 via this form.