Team D.E.E.P. (deaf education and educational psychology) for kids

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio received a $145,967 Project Grant award from the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) under the Special Education—Personnel Development to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities program (CFDA 84.325) effective October 1, 2025, with completion targeted for September 30, 2026. The TEAM D.E.E.P. (Deaf Education and Educational Psychology) for Kids initiative delivers personnel preparation and professional development training designed to prepare special education, related services, and early intervention personnel to work effectively with deaf and hard-of-hearing children with disabilities. This award supports competitively funded training activities aligned with the federal program's statutory mandate to address state-identified workforce gaps by ensuring personnel are fully certified and possess the specialized knowledge and skills necessary to serve children with disabilities.

The grant funds research-based training curriculum and professional development delivery at the San Antonio, Texas location, contributing to the broader federal personnel preparation portfolio that works to enhance the qualifications of special educators, early intervention specialists, and related services providers serving infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities. As a project grant under CFDA 84.325, the award is eligible for annual renewal for up to five years subject to demonstrated progress toward project goals and continued appropriations availability.