Guide: What Every Parent Should Know About School Evaluations in Texas

Navigate School Evaluations with Confidence — Finally, a Guide Written for Parents

by a Certified Educational Diagnostician

If you’ve ever felt confused, overwhelmed, or unsure about how school evaluations work in Texas, this guide was created for you. With over 13 years of experience as an Educational Diagnostician, Pearl Garza-Hinojosa, M.Ed., NCED #939, explains the process in clear, parent-friendly language — no jargon, no guessing.

Inside this beautifully designed guide, you’ll find:

✔ What a Full Individual Initial Evaluation (FIIE) really includes
✔ Myths & truths every parent should know
✔ Your rights under IDEA and Texas Education Code
✔ Federal and Texas evaluation timelines
✔ An email script to request an evaluation
✔ Guidance on dyslexia pathways (504 vs. SPED)
✔ Tips to prepare for ARD/504 meetings
✔ Action steps to stay organized and empowered

Whether you’re advocating for the first time or supporting a child with ongoing needs, this guide helps you feel informed, confident, and ready.

Perfect for:
Parents, caregivers, advocates, tutors, private schools, microschools, and anyone guiding families through the special education process.

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