AHEAD in Texas is committed to the growth and advancement of the disability services field through the development of professionals working with students with disabilities in higher education across our region.
Professional development can be offered in a variety of formats, including webinars, blog posts and much more. AHEAD in Texas is exploring ways to offer members, and even those who are not currently affiliated with our organization, opportunities to engage, collaborate and expand their skill set.
Spring 2025 Conference – Save The Date!!
The dynamic professional conference Texas for all higher education professionals in disability will be held in El Paso, Texas – UTEP from March 31 – April 2, 2025.
Conference information
Lunch & Learn Sessions
Community Colleges, Junior Colleges, and Technical Colleges
AHEAD in Texas members working for community/junior colleges or technical colleges with open enrollment meet monthly to discuss various topics relevant to their roles as disability service providers. This group meets via Zoom on the first Thursday of each month. Click “Lunch and Learn Sessions” to Join. For details , please contact Samantha Johnson.
Universities: 4 Year Institutions
AHEAD in Texas members working for 4 year universities meet monthly to discuss various topics relevant to their roles as disability service providers. This group meets via Zoom on the third Wednesday of each month. For details and access, please contact Tamara Mancini or Tiffany Rivers.
Webinars
2020 Summer Webinar Series
Current Trends with Assistive Technology for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students
The Power of Partnership for Accessibility
Meeting the Needs of Underrepresented Students with Disabilities
2021 Spring Webinar Series
View archived replays of these webinars
2022 Fall Webinar Series
October 18 & 19, 2022
Resistance from All Sides Against Student Disability Services and the ADA Accommodation Process Details
Fall 2023 Forum
Session 1: NOVEMBER 1, 2023 at 12 PM (CST). Forum was recorded, archived, and available to active members. Burning Questions & Best Practices: Open discussion regarding housing accommodations, flexible attendance/deadlines, audio recording as time permits.
Fall Forum Round One – Housing
Session 2: DECEMBER 5, 2023 at 12 PM (CST) Forum was recorded, archived, and available to active members. Burning Questions & Best Practices: Open discussion on trending hot topics in our offices such as housing accommodations, flexible attendance/deadlines, etc. As time permits, we will discuss current relevant topics including Pregnancy and Parent Legislation (SB412).
Fall Forum Round Two – Parenting Services
Spring 2024 Virtual Brown Bag
April 26, 2024. After a decade of fighting a losing battle, trying to ward off the letters-for-hire offered up in support of ESAs on campus, there is finally an alternative. Join in on this session hosted by Jane Jarrow to learn how to make it work for you!
Finally! A Better Mousetrap: A Different Approach to ESA Documentation
Summer 2024 Virtual Brown Bag
Is That a Reasonable Accommodation? Establishing Technical Standards and Essential Elements.