Think your child's PLAAFP is inaccurate, vague, or incomplete? Before you jump straight to a dispute, there are steps you can take to review the information, raise concerns, request changes, and work through disagreement.

A PLAAFP should tell the story of where your child is right now, including strengths, needs, baseline data, progress, and the impact of disability. Here's what parents should actually look for when reviewing one.

Your child's annual goals shouldn't appear out of nowhere. They should grow directly from the needs, baseline data, and current performance documented in the PLAAFP. Here's how to check whether the connection actually exists.

If you're unhappy with your child's IEP, don't start by arguing about the goal, service, or accommodation that bothers you most. Start with the PLAAFP. Here's why the Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance are the foundation of the entire IEP.

An IEP doesn't end when the document is signed. In Part 3 of this Texas parent's guide, we look at how ARD committees make decisions, what happens when parents and schools disagree, how IEPs must be implemented, and what happens when a student transfers.

An IEP contains much more than goals and services. In Part 2 of this Texas parent's guide, we walk through the required components of an IEP, including PLAAFPs, measurable goals, services, accommodations, LRE, transition planning, special factors, and ARD committee membership.

What exactly is an IEP, and where do the rules governing it come from? In Part 1 of this Texas parent's guide, we break down the federal and Texas laws behind the Individualized Education Program and explain how the ARD committee fits into the process.

Learn how the TEFA waitlist works, why students move off the waitlist, what deadlines matter, and what families should expect heading into the 2027-28 application cycle.

Who applied for TEFA? Explore statewide data on income, disability status, race and ethnicity, geography, grade level, educational setting, and who ultimately received funding.

The first year of Texas Education Freedom Accounts has moved quickly. Learn how TEFA evolved from Senate Bill 2 to student funding with this timeline of major milestones, awards, and what families should expect next.

Supporting children takes collaboration. Learn why Accessible Education is introducing Behavior Coaching for Parents & Families and how Maddy Marchetti will help families build practical strategies for success at home.

Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) applications are now open. Learn who qualifies, key deadlines, how to apply through Odyssey, and what Texas parents should know before submitting their school voucher application.

Private and homeschool students in Texas have a legal right to free special education evaluations through Child Find — regardless of TEFA participation. This guide explains how FIIEs, IEPs, and TEFA disability funding actually work, and what families need to know before requesting an evaluation.

Learn which disabilities qualify for TEFA Tier 1 priority, who can sign the Disability Certification Form, and why it only impacts 2026 lottery placement, not funding, in this detailed guide for parents.

Curious how TEFA school vouchers are awarded? This post breaks down income tiers, disability status, and explains when the Disability Certification Form matters for priority placement in the lottery.

The TEFA Disability Certification form hasn’t been released yet, but many families don’t actually need it. This guide explains who qualifies for disability priority, what documentation already works, and how to avoid costly delays before the March 17 TEFA deadline.

Navigating the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program can feel overwhelming. Learn how Accessible Education helps Texas families apply for TEFA, choose the right school, access disability funding, and make confident, informed education decisions.

What if your private school doesn’t accept school vouchers? This guide explains whether parents can still apply for TEFA, how the $2,000 funding option works, and what steps families can take to advocate for their school or plan strategically if it doesn’t participate.

Applying for the Texas school voucher program can feel overwhelming. This TEFA application checklist for parents walks through required documents, eligibility rules, key deadlines, and official resources so Texas families can apply with confidence and avoid common mistakes.

Confused about the Texas school voucher application? This complete parent guide explains how the TEFA application works, who is eligible, how much funding families can receive, and the critical deadlines for the 2026–27 school year. Learn how to prepare, avoid common mistakes, and make informed decisions about private school, homeschooling, and disability funding through Texas Education Freedom Accounts.