Presented by PEATC in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education Life is full of transitions. For families of children with disabilities thinking about the future can bring mixed emotions. Some families are just trying to make it through day-to-day challenges and might not feel they have the energy to think about what happens after ... Read more
You are your child’s first and most important teacher. Your involvement in the early years is essential to setting a strong foundation for their lifelong learning and success. In this FREE 5-week online program, families of children with disabilities learn about supporting their child’s early learning and development - from developmental milestones to tips on ... 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! Even when we do our best to collaborate and reach an agreement, things don’t always go right at IEP meetings or other special education ... Read more
PEATC, in collaboration with the VDOE, invites families to join us in our online training course, Building Strong Parent Advocates. Families of children receiving special education services find themselves in a world filled with complicated policies, confusing acronyms and terms, and piles of paperwork. Often families find themselves looking for information and background knowledge to ... Read more
Our speaker, Pete Wright, Esq. will present on: Training will take place from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm both days. This virtual training will be held on Zoom and will not be recorded. Save $40! Register early! Early Bird Price: $125 (Register by March 1st) Regular Price $165 (After March 1st) Registration fee includes 3 ... Read more
Listos o no, nuestros niños están creciendo y desarrollándose. Cada niño se desarrolla a su propio ritmo y los hitos nos dan una idea general de cuándo esperar que se desarrollen ciertas habilidades. ¡Actuar temprano puede marcar la diferencia! En este taller, vamos a repasar los conceptos básicos. Hablaremos sobre qué son los hitos, definiremos ... 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
Planning for the future is important for all parents, but for parents of children with disabilities, it is vital. This virtual workshop will offer information to help you learn about options and tools for making these important decisions. Topics covered will be: Age of Majority, Guardianship, Power of Attorney, Supported Decision-Making, Special Needs Trusts, ABLE ... Read more
How can we improve partnerships between parents of special education students and the educators who work with them? This virtual workshop will help participants discover communication techniques, learn how to recognize and prevent barriers to communication, and build agreements around difficult problems. This virtual workshop will be presented via Zoom. It will not be recorded.
In this presentation, attendees will become familiar with the ABCs of Behavior, learn strategies to address challenging behavior, and gain a basic understanding of functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs). Presented by PEATC in collaboration with Norfolk Public Schools. This virtual workshop will be presented via Zoom. It will not be recorded.
The use of technology has increased instances of cyberbullying. Individuals with disabilities are at a greater risk of not only being cyberbullied but also of using technology to bully someone else. During this interactive workshop, we will discuss the types of cyberbullying, learn the warning signs, and explore the motivations of those who engage in ... Read more
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
Now more than ever, family engagement is important. During this interactive workshop, participants will be empowered to see the value of their expertise and their contribution to family engagement. Attendees will explore their personal definition of family engagement and learn effective approaches to advocating for their children. Practical tips and techniques that can be used ... 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