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Halfway There!
As we approach the end of the Fall semester and the start of winter break, I wanted to take a moment to wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season and I hope that you take part in all the fun that this area has to offer this time of year. To help you navigate the special education process, I've included a series of helpful tip sheets from the Texas Education Agency. These sheets address common questions and concerns, providing valuable information and guidance. For our 12th graders, don't forget to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This crucial step can open doors to financial aid opportunities for college and beyond. It is also a requirement for graduation. To further support your child's education and well-being, I encourage you to explore the additional resources and webinars included in this newsletter. As always, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Happy Holidays!
Don Gilley
GCISD Transition Specialist
In This Edition
In This Edition
Special Education Tip Sheets
Special Education Tip Sheets
overview-of-special-education-for-parents.pdfOverview of Special Education for Parents
IEP-parent-team-508.pdfWho is Part of the IEP Team?
Goal_IEP_Tips.pdfAn Overview of the IEP
PLAAFP_IEP_Tips_0.pdfPresent Levels and Functional Performance
Measuring_Progress_IEP_Tips.pdfMeasuring Goal Progress
RelatedServ_IEP_Tips.pdfWhat are Related Services?
SuppAidsServ_IEP_Tips.pdfSupplementary Aids and Services
What-is-ESY-12.2021-1.pdfWhat is ESY?
Save The Date
Save The Date
Sensory Santa
Sensory Santa
Ability Connection is again partnering with our friends at It’s A Sensory World! to offer a calm and low-stimulus environment for youth and adults with special needs to meet Santa Claus. Join us on Saturday, December 14, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at the Training Center for photos with Santa, holiday games, and light refreshments. Sign up today to reserve your special time slot!
December 12th Youth Virtual Hangout
December 12th Youth Virtual Hangout
DECEMBER 6-8, 2024
DECEMBER 6-8, 2024
Dallas Market Hall (Free Event)
Fri. 11am-5pm | Sat. 11am-5pm | Sun 11am-4pm
Resource Fair IDD Council English.pdfMaking Connections Resource Fair, Saturday February 24th
Making Connections Resource Fair, Saturday February 24th
Resource Fair IDD Council Spanish.pdfFeria de recursos para crear conexiones, sábado 24 de febrero
Feria de recursos para crear conexiones, sábado 24 de febrero
Helpful Links
Free Application For Federal Student AID: 2025-26 Forms are now available
Free Application For Federal Student AID: 2025-26 Forms are now available
Use This Link to complete your application.
Resources for students in grades 8-12 with disabilities and those without too!
Tomorrow Ready Texas
Tomorrow Ready Texas
Click Here to go to Tomorrow Ready Texas.
Get resources that match your teen’s current grade level.
Find the support they need, with tons of resources for students with specific disabilities.
Learn about all their options, including college, joining the workforce and living independently.
Recruitment flyer-English.pdfRecruitment flyer-Spanish.pdfOther Dates
Other Dates
12/20/24 Early Release All Campuses
12/23/24 - 1/03/25 Holiday - No School
1/06/25 and 1/07/25 Professional Development - No school
Helpful Resources
Helpful Resources
Mid Cities Resource Map
Mid Cities Resource Map
Resources for Transition Planning for Caregivers
ABLE-NRCOverviewFlyer2024.pdfABLE Account Information
Click Here for More Information
Need to open an ABLE account?
As we are approaching year end, here are your last-minute tips for opening a new ABLE account and contributing to your existing ABLE account before the December 12, 2024 deadlines.
For information purposes only. GCISD does not sponsor or endorse these resources, organizations, or programs.
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