The TEXAS LEGAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE CHILD-CENTERED SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCESS‍

The purpose of the project is to provide and maintain an updated web-based platform to assist stakeholders such as local educational agencies (LEAs), advocates, and parents in learning about state and federal laws and regulations by providing rich resources regarding obligations and rights for the provision of a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment to students with disabilities.

Universal Academy board policies and operating procedures of public schools across Texas are linked to The Texas Legal Framework.

Policies and operating procedures can be accessed by entering the LEA name (Universal Academy) or county-district number (057808).

Click Here to view the Legal Framework: Enter the LEA Name or District Number

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CHILD FIND

Our CHILD FIND efforts include advertising the availability of services through media, public notices, staff training, community health fairs and letters to private schools, physicians, nursing homes, group homes, and hospitals. We have special services available for eligible infants, children and young adults identified with disabilities. Federal and state laws require that school districts maintain a CHILD FIND system for identifying, locating, and evaluating individuals with suspected disabilities (birth through age 21) within its jurisdiction who are in need of special education and related services. Once a referral is made, the campus follows the Student Support Team (SST) procedures. A full individual evaluation (FIE) is conducted to determine the child’s eligibility and educational need for services.

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Click Here: What is Child Find?

How do I make a referral or get more information?

Click Here: To Complete the Universal Academy CHILD FIND Referral Form

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You may contact the Special Education Department at your child's campus.

·      Universal Academy-Irving, 972-255-1800

·      Universal Academy-Coppell,972-393-5834

·      Universal Academy-Bartonville,972-393-5068

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Click Here For more information on CHILD FIND

SPEDTEX: Special Education Information Center

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