Cypress-Fairbanks ISD utilizes a centralized administration model at the Instructional Support Center (ISC) West to oversee services for its 11.5% special education population. Under Board Policy EHBA(LEGAL), the district must identify, locate, and evaluate all children with suspected disabilities within its boundaries. Families at campuses like Cy-Ridge High or Bridgeland High should submit written requests for evaluation directly to the campus principal to initiate the legal timeline under the district’s "Child Find" obligations.
CFISD provides a specialized continuum of care including LIFE Skills (Learning in Functional Environments) and adaptive behavior settings for students with significant cognitive or behavioral needs. These programs are designed to meet Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards with appropriate modifications outlined in the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Under Board Policy FNG(LOCAL), CFISD parents have a specific legal pathway to resolve disputes. If a disagreement occurs during an Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee meeting, families are encouraged to first engage the Campus Special Education Coordinator or Case Manager before filing a formal grievance with Dr. Kayne Smith’s office. Transition services for older students, including vocational training and community-based instruction, are coordinated through the central special education office to ensure post-secondary success.