Review and Support
Together, we are committed to high expectations and strong systems that achieve equitable outcomes for every student with a disability.
COVID-19 Information
The Department of Review and Support recognizes Local Education Agencies (LEAs) need for clarity around potential impacts of extended school closures on Differentiated Monitoring and Support (DMS) activities due to the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic.
LEAs should prioritize the health and safety of students, staff, and communities. The Department of Review and Support is committed to supporting LEAs during this time.
Current guidance and resources related to COVID-19 are located at tea.texas.gov/coronavirus.
For support with questions related to COVID-19 impacting the LEA, please contact: disasterinfo@tea.texas.gov
Review and Support
The Department of Review and Support (R&S) is a unit housed in the TEA Office of Special Populations and Monitoring. The primary responsibilities of the R&S department are: (1) to monitor LEAs related to Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), special populations and federal and state statutes using a risk assessment index and holistic student-centered practices; and (2) to provide targeted technical assistance and support for LEAs related to special education and special populations.
Texas Continuous Improvement Process
The State of Texas incorporates the SPP in the blueprint for the Texas Continuous Improvement Process (TCIP). The requirements of IDEA related to the development of the SPP and the accompanying APR correlate directly with the State's philosophy to build a system which encompasses data-driven, evidence-based improvement efforts inclusive of stakeholder needs and input. The State's general supervision system demonstrates how this philosophy guides the State in its efforts to improve results for students with disabilities.
Support and Customer Service
For continued support and customer service, Review and Support will provide resources, trending topics and webinars to increase timely access to relevant content regarding IDEA and special populations monitoring.
Trending Topics in Special Education
Regional Support: Educational Service Centers
Office of Special Populations and Monitoring
Department of Review and Support
Phone: (512) 463-9414
Monday-Friday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Fax:(512) 463-9560
Email: ReviewandSupport@tea.texas.gov
Office of Special Populations and Monitoring
Department of Special Education
Phone: (512) 463-9414
Monday-Friday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Fax:(512) 463-9560
Email: sped@tea.texas.gov
Special Education or IEP-Related Questions?
Consult SPEDTex, the Texas Special Education Information Center. This is a resource backed by TEA to inform and support parents, teachers, and anyone committed to the success of children with disabilities.
Phone: 1-855-SPEDTEX (1-855-773-3839)
Website: www.spedtex.org