LCPS Special Education Advisory Committee

Did you know the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that a child be assessed in all areas related to their suspected disability? This evaluation must be comprehensive enough to identify all of the child’s special education and related services needs. Simply put, a child does not need to be eligible prior to receiving evaluations for related services if there is an area of need.

For more information, please see our factsheet: https://bit.ly/42tSgtj

Did you know?

Virginia special education regulations are in place to make sure that children with disabilities ages 2 through 21, inclusive, have the support they need to learn and prepare for adulthood. This means that the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Virginia regulations also apply to preschoolers.

The regulations require that preschoolers with a disability learn with their peers without disabilities to the maximum extent appropriate. This is called the least restrictive environment (LRE). It's important to know that there isn't one way that works for all kids with disabilities. Special education is a service, not a place. The decision about where the child is placed must be based on the child’s unique needs, not on what settings are readily available.

For more information, please see our factsheet: https://tinyurl.com/mr2eundj

If You Want to Get Back on the Water as a Wheelchair User, this Adaptive Sailing Center in Maryland is Worth the Trip Nearly six years after embarking on the project, the nonprofit Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating has christened a premier adaptive-boating center that it believes sets the standard for…

Mark your calendars for September 13! Dr. Jerome Schultz will be answering questions and sharing tips on how to help kids with ADHD improve focus, manage emotions and more.

PBISApps | Expert Instruction Podcast—Ep 31: Mythbusters — Students Don't Need to be Taught How to Behave, Do They? When someone says students should already know how to behave at school, what's your reaction? Are they right? Join us as we explore what it means to commit to PBIS as a framework and why it's important not to assume what students already know.

Best Places to Work - 2023 - Disability:IN We provide the most comprehensive benchmarking tool for disability inclusion. Congratulations to the top-scoring companies!

💙Here are some ways that you can LEARN during FASD (fetal alcohol spectrum disorder) awareness month! 💚

For more information check out our page: https://formedfamiliesforward.org/resource_category/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorders/

Learning disabilities often coexist with ADHD, making it important for parents to be aware of both conditions. Kim Miller, MA, discusses early identification and ways you can support your child who has LD and ADHD.

https://bit.ly/CHADDWebinarLD

- As turns 50, young rappers who are have developed their own subgenre called , which incorporates rhythm and rhyming in .

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The Conversation US Deaf Female Rap Artist "Beautiful"

Information Session (Virtual) about the Learning Program! Thursday, Sept. 21 at 6:30 pm.

Come find out more about The Learning Program (in-person and virtual options) set to begin in October. Support your young child as they learn math and reading skills.

Register to receive the Zoom link for this free virtual information session here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/61887-learning-program-information-session

Learn more about the program on our website: https://virginiadsa.org/for-parents/

Best Board Games For Kids: Games that are Fun and Boost Your Child's Executive Functioning Skills Best board games for kids to boost the development of executive function skills like planning and focused attention. Games for 5 to 9-year-olds.

The disAbility Resource Center is hosting a series of 12 American Sign Language (ASL) classes, starting on Monday, September 18th! Classes will be held on Monday nights at 6:00 pm, and will be tailored to parents and family members of children learning ASL in school. You can call 540-373-2559 for more information, or register at the link below:
https://cildrc.networkforgood.com/events/61306-family-asl-classes

Knowing More Protects Our Teens: Understanding and Addressing Drug Usage in Adolescents with Disabilities

September 13, 2023 | 6:30 p.m.

REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/44dY9vN

Adolescence is a period marked by exploration, self-discovery, and increasing independence. For teenagers with disabilities, this journey comes with its own set of complexities. This webinar recognizes the importance of addressing drug usage specifically within this demographic, as they may encounter additional barriers and risk factors that require careful attention.

By participating in this webinar, attendees will equip themselves with knowledge, tools, and strategies to better navigate the unique landscape of drug usage among teens with disabilities. Knowledge is key, and your participation can make a significant difference.

Hosted by PEATC in collaboration with Partnership for Community Wellness

This webinar will be presented on Zoom. It will not be recorded.

Link Lines View as Webpage by Elizabeth Auguste, Ph.D. & Stephanie Lambrecht, M.Ed. We have all heard similar comments when our colleagues are faced with the ‘next new thing’ in education. Unfortunately, some of

Practical Strategies Using Technology to Support Learners of All Abilities

September, 14, 2023, 3:15 - 4:45 pm (Part 1)
September 21, 2023, 3:15 - 4:45 pm (Part 2)

Join the authors of Inclusive Learning 365 as we discuss practical strategies using technology you can immediately integrate into your learning environments to support individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. Examine how to design and deliver educational experiences that empower individuals to take charge of their own learning using common technologies already available in most learning environments. Register here: https://techknowledgy.ttaconline.org/schedule

Link to pdf flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FbzGhIh9MBbjhOE5pXLZQyXeDx1kri7q/view?usp=sharing

Hello Everyone,

NVAD will have the General Meeting at NRVC this Saturday, September 9, 2023.

Social: 9:30AM to 10:00AM
Meeting: 10:00AM to 12:00PM
Lunch: 12:00PM to 2:00PM

After the meeting, NVAD Board is generously giving out free PIZZA for lunch. Please bring your own drinks.

Northern Virginia Resource
Center Service Source Building
10467 White Granite Drive, Suite 312
Oakton, VA 22124

Any questions: please contact Vice-President Joan Corley at [email protected].

(Background: Five Butterflies, some yellow flowers, grass, Logo: NVAD, Pictures: Free Pizza and Pizza slice stand alike person)

PEATC is digitally inclusive! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce we now provide Recite Me US accessibility and language support online.

Our web users can now customize their digital experience to suit their own needs. Find the button labeled “Accessibility and Language Translation” in the top header of https://peatc.org/ to access the toolbar! Features include:

✳ Screen reader
✳ Language translation
✳ Change contrast / colors
✳ Change font size
✳ Screen mask
✳ Magnifying glass
✳ Ruler

Independent reading is possible for every learner as long as we understand the strategies and tools for personalizing the reading experience and ensure our materials are accessible from the start. Learn more from the National AEM Center at CAST: https://ow.ly/lUN250Pw7Jc

Check out the latest issue of our Transition to Adulthood Newsletter - "Preparing for the New School Year"!
https://tinyurl.com/4hrxxts7

Check out this week's edition of Virginia Education Update.

Edition: #2023-09: https://ow.ly/QHml50PGBlz

Subscribe here to get weekly updates delivered to your inbox: https://ow.ly/qJ8y50PGBlA

Identification of Usher Syndrome: Information and Resources | National Center on Deaf-Blindness Named in 1914 after ophthalmologist and researcher Charles Usher (Riddell, 1941), Usher syndrome is the leading genetic cause of combined hearing and vision loss in the United States. It is estimated to affect 4 to 17 per 100,000 people overall, 3 to 6 percent of children who are deaf, and 3 to 6 pe...

Lesson 4 - Preparing for Transition to Preschool | National Center on Deaf-Blindness In this lesson, we’ll focus on what is involved in preparing for a major transition in the life of a child, the move from early intervention to preschool. As you will see, early intervention providers play a significant role throughout this process for children who are deafblind and their families...

Virginia woman inspires businesses to hire adults with disabilities: 'It not about hiring for charity' Sarah Lancaster serves residents in the dining room at Commonwealth Senior Living in Richmond. She represents the 21 percent of adults with disabilities in America who are currently employed.

Are you passionate about leveling the playing field for individuals with dyslexia? Then grab your spot at the International Dyslexia Annual Conference this October, and let's champion literacy for all! 📚 Register Today at www.dyslexiacon.org!

How to Cope With After-School Meltdowns | Parenting Tips & Advice Help kids cope with the overwhelming emotions that develop at the end of the school day by changing their after-school routine.

Your child can learn and explore every day with this fun scavenger hunt! Check out our September Family Engagement Calendar here - https://tinyurl.com/yy9nr8d2

Follow https://www.facebook.com/peatcengages for more!

Is Digital Text a Good Idea for Reading Instruction? Generally, research has found that digital books are read with lower comprehension and more mind wandering. But there are some strategies teachers can try to support comprehension with digital text.

New Lego Set To Feature Braille In an effort to be more inclusive, Lego is rolling out a first-of-its-kind set designed to help those with vision disabilities learn to read.

10 Ways to Improve Your Teen’s Executive Skills When your teen needs help on tasks, but pushes you away, here’s how you can work with her to turn her executive weaknesses into newfound strengths.

Looking for something to read this summer? At the National Resource Center's online library, you'll find books for kids, teens, adults, parents and caregivers.

https://bit.ly/CHADDLibrary

Here is how to determine if your child’s anger issues are caused by learning challenges…https://ilslearningcorner.com/2015-11-how-to-recognize-if-my-childs-anger-issues-are-normal-or-if-its-something-more/

Ed Dept updates guidance on special ed noncompliance The direction aims to help states make timely identification of children needing services under IDEA and to correct noncompliance on early intervention.

Virginia Miss Amazing is a non-profit organization for girls and women with disabilities ages 5 and older. They provide opportunities for girls and women with disabilities to consider their goals, step outside of their comfort zones, and build networks of support. By investing in girls with disabilities, VMA nurtures a strong community of leaders who push back against stereotypes and advocate for change, thereby creating even greater opportunities for the next generation.

2022 Virginia Miss Amazing

Participants will have virtual interviews with the judges, and will submit videos of their introductions and passion performances / talent. The 2022 Queen Representatives will be announced "live" virtually on April 9th. Swag bags, tiaras, etc. will be mailed to those that participated in the entire event.

Important Dates:
March 20th-Registration Deadline
March 26th-Interview with Judges (Zoom)
April 9th-Crowning via Zoom

Register at https://missamazing.org/chapters/VA

Please email [email protected] if you have questions or difficulty registering.