Resources – Johnson County Shared Service Arrangement

Progress in the General Curriculum Statewide Network https://projects.esc20.net/page/pgc.home
Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports
Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)
National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center (NSTTAC)
National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS)
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
National Alliance on Mental Illness of Texas
Legal Framework for the Child-Centered Special Education Process
International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
Epilepsy Foundation of America (EFA)
Education Service Center Region 11
ECI of Tarrant & Parker Counties (ECI)
Disability.gov
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
Autism Society of America (ASA)
ARC of Texas
American Speech -Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD)
Parent Resource Videos
Understanding special education processes and supports can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re just getting started. We’ve created and gathered helpful videos designed to give families clear, accessible information on key topics. Whether you’re navigating early intervention, planning for adulthood, or just starting to explore special education, these videos are here to help.
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI)
Learn about services available to support children from birth to age 3 who may have developmental delays. This video walks families through what ECI is, how to get started, and what to expect.
https://youtu.be/BS5hUdK2u0c?si=NkHiwPwk2mCJG3Be
Special Education 101
New to special education? Start here. This video covers the basics of how special education works, including evaluations, ARD meetings, and the IEP process.
https://www.navigatelifetexas.org/en/education-schools
Child Find
Learn about the process schools use to identify and evaluate students who may need special education services. This video explains your rights, how referrals work, and who to contact if you have concerns about your child’s development or learning.
https://youtu.be/maoowanhHq0?si=UwwdgEYisYwT87Pz
Transition Services (18+)
Planning for life after high school can feel like a big leap. This video explores the supports and transition planning available through special education for students ages 18-22, including post-secondary goals, vocational options, and independent living skills.
https://youtu.be/gvAMFlfHCW0?si=4vM0nfXxWSP42CdJ
We hope these videos empower you with the knowledge and confidence to partner with your child’s school team every step of the way.