Parent Resources
The Right to Make Choices
A Supported Decision-Making Tool Kit for People with Disabilities and Their Supporters
This resource was developed by Disability Rights Texas - a federally mandated legal protection and advocacy agency for people with disabilities in Texas.
Who Can Use this Took Kit?
A range of people may be involved in supporting a person with a disability to make his or her own decisions and develop his or her knowledge, skills and confidence to make decisions. This toolkit is designed to help:
- A person with a disability who wants support to make decisions
- A supporter who provides decision-making support to a person with a disability
- Family members who want to better understand supported decision-making and other alternatives to guardianship
- Legal and educational professionals and service providers
Navigate Life Texas
Resources and support for families of kids with disabilities and special healthcare needs.
Helpful Resources for Students with Autism
Strategies to Support Children with Autism at Home (Online Series)
2025-2026
Join this parent series to learn strategies that support positive behaviors at home. Each session in this series will include 1) information about high-impact strategies and how to use them at home, and 2) a question-and-answer session for parents to receive personalized feedback. This session is funded through state and federal grants.
Special Education Parent Support Request
Please use this link if you have questions or concerns related to Special Education evaluation or services. We will connect you with the appropriate staff to assist you.
Parent Workshops
Parent workshops are geared toward all parents of students receiving Special Education or Section 504 services. Topics will vary. Dates can be found below. Please check back frequently for topics as they are added. All workshops will be held at the ESC from 5:30-6:30pm.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (ESC Conference Room E) Topic: The Evaluation Process
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 (ESC Conference Room E) Topic: Behavior Collaboration between Home and School
Special Education Parent Advisory Committee
Mission:
A partnership with families, staff, and the community to ensure that every student served through Special Education is supported, valued, and empowered to thrive. SEPAC provides a collaborative forum for parent voice, strengthens connections between home and school, and promotes equity, inclusion, and meaningful opportunities for students with disabilities across all campuses.
Vision:
SEPAC envisions a school community where families and educators work side-by-side to remove barriers, celebrate strengths, and expand opportunities for all students receiving special education and related services. Through shared leadership, advocacy, and open communication, SEPAC strives to foster a culture of trust, belonging, and continuous improvement that leads to improved student outcomes, increased family engagement, and a stronger Pearland ISD community.
SEPAC Meeting Dates
All meetings will be held at the ESC from 5-6pm.
10/4/2025 - Open to all parents
12/17/2025 - Campus Representatives Only (ESC Conf. Room E)
2/11/2026 - Campus Representatives Only (ESC Conf. Room E)
4/22/2026 - Open to all parents (ESC Conf. Room E)
What is a SEPAC Campus Representative?
- Acts as a liaison between campus parents and the district
- Facilitates communication between campus parents, the SEPAC, and the district (gathers feedback, shares information, provides feedback)
- Looks for opportunities to engage campus parents (schedules meetings in conjunction with existing campus activities)
- Attends and is an active participant in SEPAC meetings (4x per year) and subcommittee meetings
Click here to fill out an application to be a SEPAC representative for your campus. If your campus already has a representative, you may be designated as an alternate.