Special Programs & Services

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

Coming Soon

Leander Parent Support Meetings

Parent Meeting Archive

Check out our parent meeting archive to view any information that you may have missed! RSVP for this month’s meetings.

Family Education Workshops

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

October 25, 2024
May 2, 2025

AAC Out & About

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

TBD

Leander Parent Inspiration Group

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

TBD

Special Programs Advisory Council

5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

TBD

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 […]
Student Conduct on Buses October 10, 2018
Rules for Student Conduct on LISD School Buses For your own safety and that of other riders: Other Driving Regulations & Procedures: Video Cameras Video camera recording of the ride has proven to be a valuable tool in maintaining safe student conduct. In the event that an incident occurs, videotapes will be retained, and segments […]

News

New Podcast “Collaborative Partners” Recognizes AAC Awareness Month October 28, 2024
In the inaugural podcast for the Special Programs' department – Collaborative Partners – Ashley Anderson, the Special Programs Parent Liaison, is joined by Assistive Technology Specialist Cici Fritts to discuss Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Awareness.
Learning In Action: SELF: 18+ Transition Services and Goal Setting August 26, 2024
#1LISD Board member Trish Bode stops by SELF: 18+ Transition Services to find out what goals the students are setting for themselves. Transition services provide young adults, 18 to 22 years old, with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful transition into community and adult living.
LISD Names Assistant Superintendent of Special Programs and Services, State and Federal Programs June 28, 2024
Leander ISD is thrilled to announce Paige Collier, an established leader within the district, as the newest Assistant Superintendent of Special Programs and Services, State and Federal Programs.