ESC Region 11 Autism Spectrum Disorders Page

04/03/2026

04/02/2026

Autism Awareness isn’t just one day. It is part of how we serve.

Every day, FWPD officers work to better understand and serve individuals on the autism spectrum with patience, clear communication, and respect.

Training and awareness help us create safer interactions and stronger connections across our community. Every person deserves to feel safe when they interact with law enforcement.

04/02/2026

April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month!

The Autism Expert Interview series from Texas SPED Support features leading researchers sharing practical insights to support students with autism receiving special education services.

Explore the videos at https://spedsupport.tea.texas.gov/resource-library/autism-expert-interviews

12/10/2025

12/10/2025

Applications are open for the Autism Circuit Academy Spring 2026 cohort — and there’s still time to apply! Texas educators can apply through Dec. 15, 2025 to join this free, TEA-accredited program dedicated to evidence-based practices for supporting students with autism.

Learn more: spedsupport.tea.texas.gov/learning-library/autism-circuit-academy

11/24/2025

11/04/2025

📣 Applications are open for the Autism Circuit Academy Spring 2026 cohort! Texas educators can apply now through Dec. 15, 2025, to join this free, TEA-accredited program focused on evidence-based practices for students with autism.
Apply at https://spedsupport.tea.texas.gov/learning-library/autism-circuit-academy

09/18/2025

Texas regulations require ARD committees to review 11 strategies for students with autism at least annually. The Autism Supplement Guidance document provides best practice tips, key points, and IEP example statements to support the process. Find it on Texas SPED Support at https://spedsupport.tea.texas.gov/resource-library/autism-supplement-guidance-document

Save this post for quick reference when preparing for ARD meetings.

09/01/2025

📘 Autism Supplement Guidance Session
Are you confident in implementing the TEA Autism Supplement in ARD meetings?

Join us for this interactive session where we’ll walk through the Autism Supplement Guidance Document together. We’ll focus on ensuring compliance, strengthening ARD decision-making, and supporting student success.

🗓️ Date: 9/3/25 9:00-10:30 am
📍Virtual
🔗 Register here: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/35696/63218

08/24/2025

A great tool parents can share with first responders, school staff & neighbors. Link in comments or bio.

08/24/2025

This video shows one educator sharing how she uses the various features of a single-button mid-tech augmentative and alternative communication device with students in her classroom.

08/14/2025

Upcoming Learning Opportunity:

Teaching Inference to the Literal Thinker in the Elementary Grades - Fall 2025

Many students who are concrete, literal thinkers find it challenging to grasp abstract concepts, especially when it comes to making inferences about characters’ thoughts, feelings, and motives. In this session, participants will explore effective, research-based strategies for explicitly teaching inference skills in ways that support literal thinkers. Practical tools and classroom examples will be shared to help move students from concrete understanding to more abstract, higher-level comprehension.

Dates/time: September 10, 2025 l 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. • In-person

Cost: No cost for districts/LEAs that purchased the ESC Region 11 Instructional Solutions & Support Contract

Link to register: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/35553/63004