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Vincent Reat, 17, has a complicated set of disabilities, including Down Syndrome, autism and visual impairments that make it hard for him to process his physical environment. He loves to learn, though, and spend time with his older brother.
The Texas Education Agency is taking on new oversight of special education in HISD. But many Houston families who are still struggling to access services view the state’s role with skepticism, given the troubled track record at both the state and district levels.
For years, Cristen Reat has hoped her son Vincent could learn to be more independent, make some friends, have more social interaction – maybe even get a part-time job one day.
It Took This Houston Family 2 Years And Legal Action To Gain Special Education For Their Son
The Texas Education Agency is taking on new oversight of special education in HISD. But many Houston families who are still struggling to access services view the state’s role with skepticism, given the troubled track record at both the state and district levels.
January 22, 2021, 7:57 AM
Vincent Reat, 17, has a complicated set of disabilities, including Down Syndrome, autism and visual impairments that make it hard for him to process his physical environment. He loves to learn, though, and spend time with his older brother.