Special Programs & Services

The upcoming Destination…Life Regional Transition Fair and Conference event is designed to highlight the supports and resources that are available to individuals with disabilities as they transition from high school into adulthood. It is made possible by special educators from Leander ISD and surrounding school districts.

This year’s event will take place on Saturday, March 7th from 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at McNeil High School.

Through collaboration with our students, families, staff, and community, the Special Programs & Services department will support each and every student on their path to a meaningful future by celebrating individual strengths, honoring voice and choice, and building independence.

Intervention Services

Special Education

Special Programs Handbook

Essential Resources

Required TEA Postings

Special Programs & Services News

All Special Programs Newsletters are now located in ParentSquare

Leander Parent Support Meetings

All information about upcoming events can be found in Parent Square or by visiting the Special Programs Parent Advisory Council (SPPAC) Linktree. Please contact Special Programs Parent Liaison [email protected] with any questions.

Family Education Workshops

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

This year we will be hosting a fall and spring conference day full of learning to support your student at home.

Friday, April 24th

SPPAC DADvocates

7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 18th
Wednesday, April 22nd

Coffee with SPPAC

10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Friday, Feb 6th
Friday, April 17th

SPPAC General Meetings

5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

Monday, February 23rd
Monday, April 27th

Evenings with SPPAC

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 25th

Staff Directory

For a districtwide staff listing, visit the Staff Directory page.

Support

Special Programs: Handbook November 5, 2021
Vision Watch on YouTube Index The Special Programs and Services Handbook serves as a resource to families, teachers, and students who qualify for services, as well as the general public, to better understand the opportunities we provide. Special Programs Process Resources Roles & Responsibilities Click on the graphic below to see the details for each […]
Copia Report May 11, 2020
On October 21, 2019, Copia Consulting LLC conducted a focus group with seven parents of students with special needs, two of which were also district employees. These parents were identified and invited by the district to participate. The purpose of the focus group was to gather information regarding successes, failures, concerns, needs and ideas for […]
Special Education Acronyms & Abbreviations August 16, 2018
A AAC Augmentative and Alternative Communication ACT on Life Adult Centered Tool on Life ADA Americans with Disabilities Act ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder AEP Alternative Education Program AEIS Academic Excellence Indicator System – Texas State Accountability System AEPT Adult Employability Profile Tool AGC Access to the General Curriculum APE Adapted Physical Education ARD Admission, […]

News

Collaborative Partners: Unique Schools Highlight: Denise Geiger Compass Center for 18+ February 23, 2026
Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by Justin Pine, Denise Geiger Compass Center Principal to discuss the services at their unique school.
Collaborative Partners: Destination…Life Transition Conference February 9, 2026
Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by Daniel Runnels, SPED Behavior Coach for a conversation around understanding communication through behavior
Collaborative Partners: Your Child’s Best Advocate is You January 12, 2026
Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by Angela Meade, Behavior Specialist for a conversation around her journey parenting a child with special needs and finding the voice to advocate for him.