Senate Bill 139 Notice

In 2019, the Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 139 (SB 139), which requires all Texas schools to distribute the notice, "Updates in Special Education" (attached for your review).  This notice is for informational purposes only.  It does not mean that EMS ISD suspects your child is in need of receiving special education services, nor does it mean anything will change for students currently receiving services.   If you have any questions or concerns, or suspect your child may be in need of special education services, please call (817) 232-0880 and the department will be happy to assist you. 

• SB 139 Notice to Families - English Notice
• SB 139 Notice to Families - Aviso en español

Additional Information and links:

The Special Education Information Center (SPEDTex) provides resources and interactive features for increasing family awareness of disabilities and special education processes, with the goal of improving partnerships between schools and families.

Contact information:

Phone: 1-855-773-3839

Email: inquire@spedtex.org

Live Chat: www.spedtex.org

The following websites provide information and resources for students with disabilities and their families.

• Student Handbook Statement: English / Texas Education Agency
• Student Handbook Statement: Spanish / Texas Education Agency
• Texas Transition and Employment Guide (English/Spanish)
• IDEA, Dyslexia, MTSS, Section 504 Resources /TEA - Provides families with information regarding IDEA, Dyslexia, MTSS, and Section 504 
• TEA-Compensatory Services - English
• TEA - Compensatory Services - Spanish
• Notice of Procedural Safeguards (multiple Languages available)
• Parent's Guide to the ARD Process (multiple Languages available)
• Special Education Rules and Regulations (English)