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Description: Self-Paced Online Course: Work-Based Learning - More than just passing classes and graduating from high school, education leads students to the ultimate goal of employment and integration into their communities. What activities or programs does your school have to support career awareness, exploration, preparation, and training for students with disabilities? During this self-paced course for educators, our experts will give an overview of work-based learning, its importance, and some...
Description: Register for the Parent Playbook - This training is a self-paced online course. The course is provided as a collaboration between the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Autism Center for Excellence (ACE) and the Virginia Autism Council. To participate, you need a computer with (preferably high-speed) internet access, Adobe Flash Player software within your browser, and a sound card with speakers in order to listen to the lectures (full text transcripts are provided for all lectures and...
Description: Self-Paced Online Course: Preparing the Child with ASD for the Early Childhood-to-Kindergarten Transition - Transitioning from early childhood programs to kindergarten involves a lot of moving parts for all young children. However, transitioning from the preschool to kindergarten classroom for the child with ASD can be especially tricky. This process involves the child, their family, the preschool teacher, the receiving kindergarten teacher, and a multitude of other people including...
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online Course: Get Ready for Independent Living - Life after high school: do you see yourself living on your own or with a roommate? Will you drive or use public transportation? What about making new friends or managing your health? Maybe you think you still have a long time to think these things through, but it takes time to build independent living skills. In this course, we'll cover what independent living skills are, why these skills are important, and what...
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online Course: Get Ready for College - Continuing your education in college offers many opportunities, but it requires planning to be successful. In this course, we'll provide the knowledge and resources you need and outline simple steps you can take to get ready for college. Did you know that accessing accommodations in college is different from high school? With our guidance, you will be well prepared to advocate for the services you need in the next phase of...
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online Course: Get Ready for Your Career - Entering the workforce takes careful planning and involves matching your strengths with the skills employers want. In this course, we will guide you step-by-step as you explore careers and continue your career planning process. We’ll show you how to discover your potential path and share your career goals with educators, family members, and service providers. We'll cover different career topics, including...
Description: Self-Paced Online Course: Fundamentals of Transition Planning - In this self-paced course, you will gain essential knowledge, skills, and tools to craft meaningful transition plans that pave the way for positive post-school outcomes for students with disabilities. Our experts will provide a practical overview of transition planning. We will also delve into the practical aspects of the process, offering insights on assessment, the art of composing postsecondary and annual goals, and...
Description: Self-Paced Course: Think Like a Behaviorist: Behavior 101 is designed to address common misperceptions about behavior and children with ASD. Participants will learn about the importance of understanding behavior, the functions of behavior, the basic principles of ABA, common myths about ABA, and the ABCs (Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence). Learn how to think like a behaviorist in this first part of a series on behavior 101. This course is designed for any professional who supports young...
Date(s):
6/8/2025 - 6/29/2025, 9/20/2025 8:00 AM ET - 9/20/2025 11:30 AM ET
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online VA SEAC Training: June 8th-June 29th PEATC in partnership with the Virginia Department of Education is pleased to offer SEAC trainings aimed at helping SEAC members understand the role of the local Special Education Advisory Committee in Virginia and to build a more efficient and effective advisory committee. This training will include information on: SEAC in Virginia SPED Regulations SEAC Roles and Responsibilities Building Your Local SEAC Organization Tips for...
Date(s):
9/3/2025 6:30 PM ET, 9/17/2025 6:30 PM ET, 10/1/2025 6:30 PM ET, 10/15/2025 6:30 PM ET
Description: Register for the Special Education Workshop Series: FALL into Knowledge 2025 - Are you looking to better understand the special education process and how to support your child’s success in school? Don't miss this five-session webinar series designed for Virginia families who want practical, easy-to-understand guidance on navigating special education services!Turn over a new leaf in understanding special education. Whether you’re brand new to special education or need a...
Date(s):
9/18/2025 10:00 AM ET - 9/18/2025 11:30 AM ET
Description: The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is providing a webinar to assist school divisions in identifying, developing, and sustaining inclusive early childhood programs for children with Individualized Education Programs. Content will include the benefits and legal requirements of early childhood inclusion, contexts and models of inclusion, resources for programs to support and improve inclusion, and state and division level inclusion data. Administrators of programs that serve young children...
Date(s):
9/20/2025, 9/22/2025, 9/25/2025 5:30 PM ET - 9/25/2025 7:30 PM ET, 9/27/2025 10:00 AM ET - 9/27/2025 1:00 PM ET, 10/4/2025 10:00 AM ET - 10/4/2025 1:00 PM ET, 10/4/2025 10:00 AM ET - 10/4/2025 2:00 PM ET, 10/4/2025 10:30 AM ET - 10/4/2025 3:30 PM ET
Description: Our team is always on-the-go & ready to connect with you! Find us at these upcoming community events with free resources and answers to your questions: Saturday, September 20 (11 am - 4 pm): disAbility Resource Center’s Fall Family FestivalFredericksburg Fairgrounds - 2400 Airport Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22407Monday, September 22: Waynesboro – see workshop in next sectionThursday, September 25 (5 pm - 7 pm): Hopewell Farmers MarketLibrary...
Date(s):
9/20/2025 8:00 AM ET - 9/20/2025 11:30 AM ET, 11/3/2025 - 11/23/2025
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online VA SEAC Training: November 3rd-November 23rd, 2025 PEATC in partnership with the Virginia Department of Education is pleased to offer SEAC trainings aimed at helping SEAC members understand the role of the local Special Education Advisory Committee in Virginia and to build a more efficient and effective advisory committee. This training will include information on: SEAC in Virginia SPED Regulations SEAC Roles and Responsibilities Building Your Local SEAC...
Date(s):
9/22/2025 6:30 PM ET - 9/22/2025 8:00 PM ET
Description: Register for Ins and Outs of IEPs - From pre-planning before the meeting to working together afterwards, we’ll discuss what to expect in the IEP meeting and how to have a productive, student-focused meeting.IN-PERSON WORKSHOPLocation:Rosenwald Community Center413 Port Republic RdWaynesboro, Virginia 22980Presented by PEATC in collaboration with Waynesboro Public Schools SEAC
Date(s):
9/26/2025 12:00 PM ET - 9/26/2025 2:00 PM ET
Description: Register for the Virginia's HCBS Waiver Programs: Where to go? What to know! Statewide Continuing Education Workshop - The Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) will provide an overview of Virginia’s four HCBS Waiver programs: the Community Living Waiver; Family and Individual Supports Waiver; Building Independence Waiver; and the CCC+ Waiver. How are they different? How do you access them? What services do they offer? What is a support coordinator and a care...
Date(s):
10/6/2025 - 12/8/2025
Description: Registration for Fall 2025- Transition University - 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 high school. Others may want to plan for that transition but are confused by unfamiliar language, complex steps, and the many agencies that may be involved in adult services. Join...
Date(s):
10/9/2025 4:00 PM ET - 10/9/2025 5:00 PM ET
Description: Register for Ins and Outs of IEPs - When everyone works together, the IEP process can be a powerful tool for student success. Join us for a practical session about how to prepare, participate, and follow up on your child’s IEP meeting with confidence and collaboration.*IN-PERSON WORKSHOP*Location:Salem City High School400 Spartan DriveSalem, VA 24153Presented by PEATC in collaboration with Salem City Public Schools
Date(s):
10/16/2025 6:00 PM ET - 10/16/2025 7:30 PM ET
Description: Register for Planning for the Future - Planning for the future is important for all parents, but for parents of children with disabilities it is vital. This workshop will provide information on options and tools for making these important decisions.Topics that will be covered: Age of Majority, Guardianship, Power of Attorney, Supported Decision-Making, Special Needs Trusts, ABLE Accounts, and Letters of Intent *IN-PERSON WORKSHOP*Location:Botetourt County Public Schools - Board...
Date(s):
11/3/2025 - 11/23/2025
Description: Register for Building Strong Parent Advocates: November 3rd-November 23rd - PEATC, in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education, invites families to join us for 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...
Date(s):
11/3/2025 - 11/23/2025
Description: Register for IEP University (IEPU), November 3rd-November 23rd -The IEP process can be difficult and stressful. Everyone comes to the IEP table with thoughts of their personal responsibilities, perspectives, and individual concerns. IEP meetings can be places of high anxiety and there are occasions when conflict may erupt as a result of managing emotions while simultaneously following policy and procedures. PEATC, in collaboration with VDOE, has developed IEP University (IEPU) to help...