For Youth with Disabilities ages 14-22. This a part of a series of sessions designed specifically for Virginia youth with disabilities. These trainings are designed to increase an individual's’ capacity for self-advocacy and decision-making. Throughout the 7 session series, we will cover important topics including: setting and respecting boundaries, self-esteem and self-acceptance, pregnancy & STI ... Read more
MILITARY FAMILIES ONLY 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 problems. TO REGISTER:Email webbb@MagellanFederal.comOR call (571) 231-7001
Join us every month for our Virginia Partners en Español meetings. A network created for professionals in the state of Virginia serving the Latinx community. A great opportunity for Virginia professionals working with the Latinx community to stay informed, make connections, and share information about the different services available for our community. Working together as ... Read more
This presentation on the Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP) will provide an overview of the changes to the VAAP, the new Virginia Essentialized Standards of Learning (VESOL), and the new assessment. We will discuss what supports eligible students can access while taking the updated assessment to show what they know. Deborah Johnson is a Specialist ... Read more
Ahora más que nunca, la participación familiar es importante. Durante este taller interactivo, los participantes podrán ver el valor de su experiencia y su contribución a la participación familiar. Los asistentes explorarán su definición personal de participación familiar y aprenderán enfoques efectivos para defender a sus hijos. Se compartirán consejos prácticos y técnicas que se ... Read more
There are state government benefits available to individuals with disabilities. It’s important to understand that benefits such as personal assistance and community support can play an important role in planning for the future. Navigating state disability services can be difficult, time-consuming, and overwhelming. This workshop explains Virginia’s Medicaid Waivers, eligibility for services, and how to ... Read more
Hay beneficios del gobierno estatal disponibles para personas con discapacidades. Es importante comprender que los beneficios como la asistencia personal y apoyo comunitario pueden desempeñar un papel importante en la planificación para el futuro. Navegar por los servicios de discapacidad del estado puede ser difícil, lento y frustrante. Este taller explicará las exenciones de Medicaid ... Read more
This training is for educators and other professionals to gain knowledge about sexual health and wellness for youth/young adults with disabilities. This interactive, practice-based training focuses on information needed for teaching sexual health and wellness skills. We will examine strategies for creating a positive, empowering, and inclusive learning environment as well as increase your comfort level with teaching sexual ... Read more
For Youth with Disabilities ages 14-22. This a part of a series of sessions designed specifically for Virginia youth with disabilities. These trainings are designed to increase an individual's’ capacity for self-advocacy and decision-making. Throughout the 7 session series, we will cover important topics including: setting and respecting boundaries, self-esteem and self-acceptance, pregnancy & STI ... Read more
Course is open NOW! Attention SEAC members and advisors – don’t miss this opportunity!! PEATC in partnership with the Virginia Department of Education is pleased to offer this self-paced online SEAC training aimed at helping SEAC members understand the role of the local Special Education Advisory Committee in Virginia and to build a more efficient ... Read more
Let’s talk Potty Training! We’re Connecting the Dots on: preparing for potty training success for our children with disabilitieseasy tips to help make training manageablepotty training in the IEP Presented by Dr. Rachel Cagliani, BCBA and Assistant Professor at University of Georgia. Dr. Cagliani is a former public school teacher whose current work involves classroom-based ... Read more
This presentation will share information about the roles and responsibilities of siblings of children with disabilities. Attendees will learn about strategies on how to best support siblings of children with disabilities from a panel of siblings who will provide the benefit of their experience. The audience will gain an understanding the key of sibling issues, ... Read more