Texas Dyslexia Academy 4: Dyslexia: From Child Find through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee Process is designed to build background knowledge about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and special education. It provides information about core special education concepts such as Child Find, Full Individual and Initial Evaluations (FIIE), Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committees, and Individual Education Program (IEP) development. Participants will gain an understanding of:
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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
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Child Find requirements
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The referral process for an initial evaluation when a specific learning disability (SLD)/dyslexia is suspected
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Notice of Action- Prior Written Notice (PWN), Notice of Procedural Safeguards, and Overview of Special Education for Parents
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Full individual and initial evaluation (FIIE)
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Admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee meeting and components of the individualized education program (IEP)
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Reevaluation process
Suggested staff: All educators and administrators, but primarily benefits educators who may have limited knowledge about special education processes.
**Registrations for this Texas Dyslexia Academy have been paused while we wait for guidance from TEA regarding updates.