How To Talk So Schools Will Listen (And Listen So Schools Will Talk)

THIS WORKSHOP IS IN PERSON PEATC, in collaboration with Suffolk Public Schools, presents this informative workshop.How can we improve partnerships between parents of special education students and the educators who work with them? This workshop will help participants discover communication techniques, learn how to recognize and prevent barriers to communication and build agreements around difficult ... Read more

Keys to Special Education

If you have a student receiving special education and related services in Virginia, you have a front-row seat to this complex process. This presentation will unlock the complicated special education process by providing attendees with the keys to navigating it effectively. Attendees will also learn the different parts of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and ... Read more

Virginia Partners En Español

Join us on October 20 for our monthly Virginia Partners en Español meeting. A network created for professionals in the state of Virginia serving the Latinx community. Virginia Partners en Español is a great opportunity for all professionals to share events, updates, and any essential information that may benefit our Latinx community around the state. ... Read more

Estrategias para la Construcción de Amistades

Los participantes explorarán la diversidad y la naturaleza de sus propias amistades y construirán una visión de las posibilidades para que los niños desarrollen relaciones positivas y amistades entre ellos. Se enfatizará la importancia de crear un clima de aceptación, pertenencia y comunidad en las escuelas infundiendo oportunidades para crear este clima en todas las ... Read more

Successful Transition Planning and the IEP

For parents and students aged 14 and older, this workshop will encourage active participation in developing a meaningful and useful transition plan to help in preparing for life as an adult when they finish school. It will tell you what needs to be in the transition plan, and what the law (IDEA) says about transition ... Read more

Comprendiendo la Dinámica del Acoso Cibernético, la Tecnología, y Nuestra Juventud

El uso de la tecnología ha aumentado los casos de ciberacoso. Las personas con discapacidades corren un mayor riesgo no solo de sufrir acoso cibernético, sino también de utilizar la tecnología para acosar a otra persona. Durante este taller interactivo, discutiremos los tipos de acoso cibernético, aprenderemos las señales de advertencia y exploraremos las motivaciones ... Read more

Connecting the Dots: Help Paying for Childcare

Need help paying for high-quality childcare? We're connecting the dots on resources that may help your family! - Eligibility Overview- How it works once approved- Finding child care providers where you live and work- How to apply This webinar will be recorded.

CAFECITO VIRTUAL: ¡HABLEMOS SOBRE LA PARTICIPACIÓN FAMILIAR!

El mes de Noviembre celebra y enseña la importancia de la Participación Familiar. Durante este cafecito virtual, estaremos charlando junto Luz Maria Lauretano, quien nos hablara sobre cómo podemos crear un vínculo familiar y de participación que beneficie a nuestros estudiantes. También nos compartirá consejos y actividades para una mejor comprensión de este tema. Luz ... Read more

From Referral to Eligibility: A Deeper Dive

Raleigh Court Library 2112 Grandin Road SW, Roanoke, Virginia, United States

PEATC invites you to join us for "From Referral to Eligibility: A Deeper Dive." THIS WORKSHOP IS PRESENTED IN PERSON. This presentation takes you through the reasons for evaluations for special education services, timelines that are in place, and the all-important Eligibility meeting. It also covers the steps of a re-evaluation and the parental right ... Read more

Turning 18 in Virginia: What Individuals With Disabilities Need to Consider

PEATC, in collaboration with Hanover County Public Schools Parent Resource Center, invites you to join us for "Turning 18 in Virginia: What Individuals With Disabilities Need to Consider." Turning 18 is a big deal. An 18-year-old is legally considered an adult in Virginia and can make legal, financial, medical, and educational decisions in his/her life. ... Read more

Virginia Partners en Español

Join us for our monthly Virginia Partners en Español meeting. A network created for professionals in the state of Virginia serving the Latinx community. Virginia Partners en Español is a great opportunity for all professionals to share events, updates, and any essential information that may benefit our Latinx community around the state. Working together as ... Read more

Your Voice Matters: It’s Key to the Process of Empowering Families to Engage

PEATC and the Newport News PERC would like to invite you to join us for "Your Voice Matters." Parents, your voice matters! Parental engagement is important, now more than ever. During this interactive workshop, participants will be empowered to see the value of their gifts, expertise, and contribution around authentic family engagement. Participants will explore ... Read more