Presenter says special education funding model will change this year

A presenter at a Laredo ISD staff orientation told employees the district will transition to a new special education funding model this year and reviewed related instructional and compliance updates.

"We're also reviewing the new special ed funding model, that is going to change this year, so we're transitioning to that as well," the presenter said, adding that staff would also review special education diagnoses and the roles of speech pathologists, clerks and coordinators.

The presenter outlined expectations for the upcoming school year and described a new instructional plan intended to "break barriers" and improve student success. They emphasized annual compliance items tied to special education that staff must address.

No formal votes, motions or timelines for implementation were announced in the remarks. Additional details on the scope of the funding changes, estimated fiscal impact, or exact implementation schedule were not specified during the session.