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Parents urge HISD to pause special education restructuring after TEA findings
By Re'Chelle Turner at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· July 15, 2026
· 5 min read
With the first day of school just weeks away, some Houston ISD parents of students receiving special education services say they are still unsure where their children will attend class this fall as the district moves forward with its Student Success Program.HISD moving forward with special educat...
Key takeaway Parents say uncertainty remainsDina Kushaliyeva, the mother of a second-grade student with autism, says her daughter was expected to attend Sinclair Elementary.
Why this matters in Sugar Land News
The uncertainty surrounding Houston ISD's special education restructuring has significant implications for Sugar Land families who rely on the district's services. As the new school year approaches, parents are anxious to know where their children will be attending class, and the lack of clarity is causing concern about the potential disruption to their children's educational routines. The Texas Education Agency's findings that HISD failed to follow required federal special education procedures in at least one case raises questions about the district's ability to ensure a smooth transition for students with special needs. Sugar Land residents who are part of the HISD community will be watching closely to see how the district responds to the TEA's investigation and whether it will address the concerns of parents like Dina Kushaliyeva and Stefanie Naranjo, who are advocating for their children's right to a stable and supportive educational environment.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? With the first day of school just weeks away, some Houston ISD parents of students receiving special education services say they are still unsure where their children will attend class this fall as the district moves forward with its Student Success Program.HISD moving forward with special educat...
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