Special Education

Texans can provide commentary on the second draft of the TEA Strategic Plan and the Corrective Action Plan which will be finalized and submitted to the federal government by April 18, 2018.

Proposed Draft Special Education Improvement Plan

• Go to: https://tea.texas.gov/TexasSPED/. Scroll down, click to review the updated draft and find the link to provide specific comments.
• Feedback (to the first draft) was aggregated and used to create the second draft plan posted for public comment. It is important to note that the current draft plan not only addresses the federally required corrective actions, but also describes proposed improvements to how TEA supports LEAs in the effective implementation of special education requirements (Strategic Plan).
• Link to Draft Special Education Improvement Plan and Corrective Action Response - March 19, 2018

Providing comments

• The public is invited to provide specific comments on the current proposed draft Special Education Improvement Plan in writing by emailing to TexasSPED@tea.texas.gov. TEA will aggregate the feedback received before sending a final version to OSEP by April 18, 2018.

Click here for link to parent letter

Spanish Flyer

Chinese Flyer

The monthly ShoutOut! is intended for educators, families, and community partners to help facilitate parent involvement in special education. Click here to view the ShoutOut.  

Click here to view the December Shout Out.  

The Hobby Center

Upcoming Performances

Private School representatives and parents of home-schooled students are invited to attend an informative meeting on November 5, 2019 at 9:00am at the West Support Center. During this meeting, Spring Branch ISD Special Education staff will consult with those in attendance regarding the evaluations and services available for students through the Spring Branch ISD Special Education Department. 

Parents,

Welcome back!  I hope you all were able to get some relaxation over the holiday!  We are excited to return to start a new semester.  I wanted to share an opportunity with you for your whole family.  There is an organization called Be An Angel that does amazing things for students with Special needs.  Recently, they provided Christmas gifts to many of our students.  Below is information about another opportunity.  If you have questions, I have included Russ Massey's contact information.  I know that he would be happy to assist.  Have a great rest of your week!  Joni Warren, Special Education Director

Just a reminder:   Registration for our camp Jan 31^st to Feb 2^nd is open and accepting applicants.  If you know of families that would benefit from this exciting and beneficial weekend please encourage them to register.

Have them go to www.beanangel.org -> click on ‘Programs’ -> click on ‘Camp Be An Angel’

It’s free !!

Camp Be An Angel is offered three times each year to economically challenged families (usually those receiving some form of monthly subsistence) caring for special needs children. The invitation is extended to all immediate family members and those living in the household that could not safely be left home alone up to a maximum of seven. From Friday evening through Sunday morning the family can enjoy a barrier-free, caring environment full of fun and fellowship.  This 206-acre camp features 100,000 square feet of facilities, specially geared to those with chronic illnesses or disabilities through a host of unique programs and activities.  The facility is designed to foster a complete family camping experience (in shared cabins) with wide, gently sloping concrete walkways linking facilities to maximize mobility for campers in wheelchairs.  The entrances to all buildings and areas are wheelchair accessible.  Everything is well thought out and oriented toward your child’s safety and enjoyment.  All activities are accessible regardless of disability. A respite cabin will be available during the weekend to provide any needed down time for special needs children. 
The camp offers both family and individual activities:

• Swimming   
• Fishing
• Horseback Riding
• Nature walks, Campfires
• Petting Zoo
• Biking
• Music
• Arts & Crafts
• And Much More!

Be An Angel provides all funding for this retreat including a $25 gasoline voucher that will be given to families prior to departure from camp. In order to provide a camping experience for as many families as possible, we reserve the right to place multiple families per cabin as space allows. Camps are offered in September, February, and April. Space is limited and applications will be considered on the basis of timely submission, need and prior camp participation.
Camp registration usually opens approximately 6 weeks prior to camp.
Only on-line applications are accepted.

Please watch the website for camp updates and a whole array of opportunities BAA offers to special needs children and their families.

Thanks