For many Texas families, getting special education support for a child has become more stressful, more complicated, and increasingly uncertain. Parents across the state say Texas special education staffing shortages are making it harder for students to receive consistent classroom instruction, therapy services, and one-on-one support. In some districts, families report frequent staff turnover, delayed evaluations, or classrooms operating without enough certified specialists. The growing concern is not just about staffing numbers. Parents worry about what these shortages mean for children who rely on individualized learning plans to succeed.
