Specifications include, but are not limited to: Contracted Services for Professional Development, Speakers and Trainers for Harris County Department of Education’s Instructional Support Services Division. Expert services for districts include after-school programs and support; professional training for educators and support staff; programs to promote safe schools; and a purchasing co-op which saves time and money. We also provide districts with special schools for emotionally disturbed/special needs and adjudicated youth, and physical, occupational and music therapy services. We’re here to serve districts with our program research and evaluation; grant-related services; business support and technology solutions; and records management. HCDE champions the educational needs of the citizens of Harris County by providing exemplary programs in adult education and Head Start.