Important Resources, News and Information for Families of Students with Special Needs in Clear Creek ISD.
Welcome to our back-to-school edition of
Together, a compilation of news, information and resources from the Clear Creek Independent School District's Office of Special Services and the
CCISD Special Education PTA. 
Special Olympics Athletes from Clear Springs High School opened the August Board of Trustees Meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.
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An Inside Guide to Special Services in CCISD

In the Clear Creek Independent School District we believe education is a joint partnership between parents and our schools. With this in mind, the school district has developed a guide for parents and guardians of students with special needs. The handbook is designed to provide families with an inside look at the types of services, available resources, and the state and federal laws governing special education.  

Preparing for an ARD Meeting 
 
The Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) meeting is an opportunity to discuss your child's progress and to work collaboratively with district and campus staff on an individualized education plan for your child. Here are some ideas, suggestions and a checklist to help you and your child prepare for your next ARD meeting. 

Before the ARD Meeting:

* In the event you are unable to attend during school hours, you can arrange to participate in the ARD meeting by phone.  
 
* Ask the school to invite any representatives of outside agencies that you would like in attendance (i.e. DARS or MHMR). 
 
* Ask the school for information you do not have such as:
- Latest evaluation and any new testing the school has done
- Progress notes 
- Student Code of Conduct

* Review the draft goals and objectives sent home prior to the ARD meeting and bring any suggestions to the meeting.  

* Create a list of your child's talents and strengths and any concerns you may have.
 
* Decide who you will bring to the ARD meeting and notify the school's special education department.
 
* Decide if you want to meet with the teacher(s), diagnosticians, or related service providers before the ARD meeting to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.
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Join A Parent Book Study 
Every Thursday
September 8 thru October 13
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Savannah Café and Bakery
14020 Galveston Rd Ste 180. Webster, TX 77598

The group will read and discuss A Practical Guide to Planning Interventions and Monitoring Interventions by LeeAnn Jung. 

RSVP to ahbernay@comcast.net or 832-457-2775 to reserve a spot and order a book at a discounted rate. 
This book study is organized by the CCISD Special Education PTA

Cameras in Classrooms            


A new state law permits a parent, staff member or board of trustee to request the placement of cameras in certain education classrooms. If the request meets the requirements under Texas Education Code § 29.002 and 19 Texas Administrative Code § 103.1301, the school district will provide video equipment, including video cameras with audio recording. Video recordings are confidential and may only be released for viewing to certain individuals as defined by statute. 
SEPTA General Meeting
September 28, 2016
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 

Space Center Intermediate
17400 Saturn Lane
Houston, TX 77058
 
Join SEPTA for a short business meeting followed by a presentation by Dr. Cynthia Short, Executive Director of CCISD Special Education Services. 

You'll have a chance to meet district Special Education Services staff, hear what's new in the department and have your questions answered.

A Membership with Priceless Benefits

Join the CCISD Special Education PTA Today! 

Clear Creek ISD Special Education PTA

P.O. Box 590242Houston, Texas 77259

Get connected with Your Special Services Team
Main Number: 281-284-0750 
 
Dr. Cyndi Short
Executive Director of Special Services 

Cynthia Peltier
Director of Special Education Programs 
       
Pam Moore-Ellis
Director of Support Services 

Dr. Edith Milovanovic
Director of GBCHI
 
Townsley Raposa
Coordinator of High School Services

Rebecca Faulkner
Coordinator of Intermediate Services
 
Kevin Livingston
Coordinator of Elementary Services

 
Christy Lawrence
Coordinator of Early Childhood Services

Lisa Hardcastle
Coordinator of 504 and Dyslexia Services
 
Brandi Breaux
Coordinator of Related Services
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