Parent Resources

Texas State Library and Archives Commission Talking Book Program

The Talking Book Program (TBP) provides free library services for Texans of any age who are blind or have a visual, physical, or reading disability.

An individual who is blind.
An individual who has a visual impairment that makes them unable to comfortably read standard print books.
An individual who has a physical disability that makes it hard to hold or manipulate a book or to focus or move the eyes as needed to read a print book.
An individual who has a perceptual or reading disability.

Registered TBP patrons may borrow books and magazines in digital audio, Braille, and large print.

Materials and playback machines are mailed to your door, completely free of charge—you do not have to pay for postage when you return them. Eligible Texas residents who cannot read standard print material in the usual manner can Application link and return it by mail. TBP will call you to set up an account after the application is approved. Contact us for any questions or comments you may have.

TEA parent resources provide information, guidance, and support for families to help their children succeed in school. These resources include support for families of students with disabilities (like special education rights, the SSES grant, and the SPEDTex portal), early childhood education, and assistance with issues like homelessness or other at-risk factors. The resources aim to empower parents to be actively involved in their child's education, from early learning through high school, by connecting them with services, helping them understand their rights, and offering tools to help their child's academic and social-emotional development.

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving the success of children and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving the success of children and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. CEC advocates for appropriate governmental policies, sets professional standards, provides professional development, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice. CEC is known as THE source for information, resources, and professional development for special educators. CEC has local Units in all 50 states and Canada, as well as 18 optional Special Interest Divisions focused on a specific topic, specialty area, role, or exceptionality. We also have CEC Student Chapters at hundreds of colleges and universities.

Autism Speaks is dedicated to creating an inclusive world for all individuals with autism throughout their lifespan. We do this through advocacy, services, supports, research and innovation, and advances in care for autistic individuals and their families. Ensures access to reliable information and services across the lifespan. Supports research and innovation that drives towards improved quality of life and well-being for individuals with autism throughout their lives. Leverage our assets through advocacy, partnerships and collaboration to support, extend and convene the work of service providers. Accelerate sdelivery of solutions for adult quality of life needs, including transition, employment, housing and health and wellness. Lives and promotes principles of diversity, equity, access and inclusion both in and outside of the organization.

The mission of the Texas Project FIRST (Family Information Resources, Support, and Training) is to provide accurate and consistent information on special education to parents and families of students with disabilities.

The SPEDTex website is the Texas Special Education Information Center, providing resources and support for families and educators of students with disabilities. It offers information on special education processes, parent rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and assistance with navigating issues like advocating for a child's Individualized Education Program (IEP). The site also includes a Resource Locator to find materials by topic, language, and type, and offers an account option for personalized alerts.

Notice of Procedural Safeguards: English log & link

Overview of Special Education for Parents log link

Parent’s Guide to the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Process log & link

Edinburg CISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX issues: Mark S. Micallef, [email protected] Director of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, [email protected] , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8thAvenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, (956) 289-2300.

Edinburg CISD no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus programas o actividades y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. La siguiente persona ha sido designada para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación: Title IX issues: Mark S. Micallef, [email protected] Director of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, [email protected] , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8th Avenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, (956) 289-2300.