A Sexual Health and Wellness Workshop for Parent/Guardians of Students with IDD, Educators, and Professionals Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are often not included in discussions around sexual health and wellness. In fact, many people don't view individuals with IDD as sexual beings, but we are all sexual beings. It is critical for ... Read more
Cumplir 18 años es un gran paso. Un joven de 18 años se considera legalmente un adulto en Virginia y puede tomar decisiones legales, financieras, médicas y educativas en su vida. Para algunas personas con discapacidades, esto no será un problema. Otros pueden necesitar apoyo. Este taller compartirá información básica sobre las cosas que deben ... Read more
Reclaiming yourself requires finding your unique path to wellness and committing to making yourself a priority. This is difficult for all parents/caregivers, especially parents of children with disabilities. Life can be unpredictable, and coping with stress and burnout can become overwhelming. It’s a challenging balancing act to remain centered and at peace, not in pieces. ... Read more
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. Attendees will learn what needs to be in the transition plan and what the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) says about transition services. A transition plan is ... Read more
PEATC presents this virtual workshop series for parents and professionals who want to learn more about special education in Virginia. Register once to attend some or all of the informative workshops! LOCATION: Zoom Each workshop will start at 6:30 pm and will last approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
PEATC presents this virtual workshop series for parents and professionals who want to learn more about special education in Virginia. Register once to attend some or all of the informative workshops! LOCATION: Zoom Each workshop will start at 6:30 pm and will last approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
PEATC presenta esta serie de talleres virtuales para padres y profesionales que desean aprender más sobre la educación especial en Virginia. ¡Regístrese una vez para asistir a algunos o todos los talleres informativos! ¡Aquellos que asistan a todas o más de tres talleres, podrán participar de una rifa y ganar una tarjeta de regalo de ... Read more
As part of our advocacy and family engagement initiative, PEATC is launching Partners Engaging Partners Collaborative. This professional, peer networking collaborative is a great opportunity for Virginia professionals working in the field of family engagement. Attendees will have the opportunity to collaborate and increase their awareness of the different community resources and services that support ... Read more
PEATC presents this virtual workshop series for parents and professionals who want to learn more about special education in Virginia. Register once to attend some or all of the informative workshops! LOCATION: Zoom Each workshop will start at 6:30 pm and will last approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
This workshop will help you learn the steps of the special education process. Attendees will gain a basic understanding of IDEA’s 2004 language on high expectations and become more familiar with their role as parents in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). You will also have the opportunity to learn some practical strategies for ... Read more
PEATC presenta esta serie de talleres virtuales para padres y profesionales que desean aprender más sobre la educación especial en Virginia. ¡Regístrese una vez para asistir a algunos o todos los talleres informativos! ¡Aquellos que asistan a todas o más de tres talleres, podrán participar de una rifa y ganar una tarjeta de regalo de ... Read more
Children with disabilities have had the right to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) which is outlined in their Individualized Education Program (IEP). Equal responsibility is shared with everyone on the IEP team in the development of a document that allows the student to access the education they are entitled to. If you’re just starting ... Read more