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External review finds Belton ISD special‑education program collaborative but calls for stronger inclusion planning

3302297 · May 13, 2025
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Summary

A third‑party program evaluation presented to trustees praised collaboration and family feedback in Belton ISD special education but recommended clearer service‑determination tools, stronger inclusion supports and expanded professional learning for paraprofessionals.

District staff presented findings from an external special‑education program evaluation and outlined immediate and longer‑term steps to strengthen inclusion and services.

Stetson (a national firm referenced in the presentation) conducted interviews, focus groups, surveys, document reviews, classroom observations and comparative analysis. The evaluators reported strengths including a collaborative culture, meeting state inclusion standards and…

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