This program provides assistance to charter schools in providing a free and appropriate education for students with special needs. Technical assistance can be provided through consultation by phone, email, fax or written correspondence.
Several states permitted charter schools in 1991 while the state of Texas passed legislation to establish charters in 1995. Charter schools offer an additional choice of public education. Their purpose is to improve student learning and encourage different and innovative learning methods. Like traditional schools, charter schools are monitored and accredited under the statewide testing and accountability system.
Helpful Links
Charter Information
- TEA: Texas Charter Schools
- Texas Charter Schools Association
- TEA Charter Schools - Resources
- U.S. Department of Education-Charter page
Rules and Regulations
- TEA-Special Education Rules and Regulations
- TEA-Administrative Rules (Commissioner Rules)
- The Legal Framework
Other Links
- The Council for Educators for Students with Disabilities, Inc.
- Council for Exceptional Children
- TEA: Home page
- TEA: Special Education Home page
- Texas Special Education Information Center (SPEDTex)
Assistant Director
Program Coordinator
Consultant
Administrative Assistant