Early Childhood

This resource is designed to help parents who have concerns about their child's development or learning, specifically for children aged 3 to 5. It outlines the process for requesting a special education evaluation and provides information on early intervention services. Parents have a right to

Information for Parents About the Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authority (LIDDA)

Side-by-side comparison of transition-related responsibilities for children transitioning from Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) to early childhood special education (ECSE) in Texas.

This quick guide highlights key points and important resources for local educational agencies (LEAs) to consider for children with disabilities enrolled by their parents in private schools, including religious, elementary, and secondary schools located in the LEA, as well as children with

Early Childhood Outcomes and Prekindergarten Guidelines Alignment helps design preschool instruction to align with each of the Texas Education Agency’s prekindergarten guidelines to one or more of the three early childhood outcomes.

Visual guide showing how special education timelines may vary during the transition from ECI to LEA, based on the length of time a child has been receiving ECI services.

This document provides local educational agencies with information on the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), service options, and placement decisions to help educators and committee members make informed decisions for children in Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE).