Hanover County Public Schools Parent Resource Center

09/02/2026

Great news for Richmond-area families: FREE expert guidance is just a call or click away!

Navigating early childhood can bring up all kinds of questions—from developmental milestones and big emotional shifts to understanding a new diagnosis or finding Early Intervention programs.

That is why VCU's Partnership for People with Disabilities created Just Ask, a wonderful free pilot initiative supported by the Robins Foundation designed to connect parents, caregivers, and child care providers (for children ages 0–6) with compassionate professionals.

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Reach out for confidential, supportive guidance to help you find your next step:

Call or Text: 804-628-5124
Email: [email protected]
Web: justask.partnership.vcu.edu

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: Partnership for People with Disabilities VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

Have you registered for our next Transition Talk yet?

Work-based learning is one of the most powerful tools we have to help transition-age youth explore career interests and prepare for long-term employment success.

Join us live on Zoom on Tuesday, September 22, from 3:30-4:30 PM ET to discover the different types of work-based learning pathways and how to seamlessly bridge the gap between classroom concepts and community success.

Your CTI Experts for the Hour:

👤 Featured Speaker: Candice Zimmerman

👤 Host: Staci Carr, Ph.D.

Reminder: This session will not be recorded.

🔗 Click the link to register today: https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/FyZhxI0sT5edZh6KQerKug #/registration

09/02/2026

It's Newsletter Wednesday! 🎊 Every other Wednesday, we share helpful resources, upcoming events, and practical information for families and professionals supporting students with disabilities. Be sure to subscribe to our newseltter so you never miss an update!

This week, we are highlighting one of our new resources: Parent and Student Input in the IEP Process. You and your child bring valuable insight to the IEP process. This resource highlights why parent and student input is essential to developing meaningful and effective plans. It also encourages families to share their perspectives, priorities, and concerns during meetings. Strong input helps ensure the IEP truly reflects your child's needs. Take a moment to review this resource and think about what you want to share at your next meeting.

🔗 Check out the factsheet: go.peatc.org/sped-input
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09/02/2026

The Top 10 Ways to Connect to Vocational Rehabilitation

This factsheet created by YETI shares practical strategies for starting early, reducing barriers, building partnerships and keeping youth voice at the center of transition planning.

Check it out: https://bit.ly/4i3RKOc

08/22/2026

🎓 College can be an option after high school for students with intellectual disability—and there are hundreds of programs across the country to explore!

Join Think College National Coordinating Center presenters Clare Papay and Danie Roberts-Dahm for the RAISE Center webinar “Beyond High School: Inclusive Postsecondary Education Options and How Students Can Prepare” on September 21 at 2 p.m. ET.

We’ll explore postsecondary options, what students can do to prepare, and how professionals can support transition-age youth as they explore college and build the skills they need for a successful college experience.

ASL and Spanish interpretation will be available!

Register: https://spanadvocacy-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bECD0FMQQT-xNx3021W3fw

08/22/2026

Want to strengthen your local Special Education Advisory Committee and better understand its role in supporting special education in Virginia?

PEATC, in partnership with the Virginia Department of Education, is offering a FREE, self-paced SEAC Training designed to help members and advisors build more effective, organized, and impactful committees. These training are also open to parents and professionals who are interested in learning more about local SEACs in Virginia.

Participants will explore
✅ SEAC roles and responsibilities
✅ Virginia special education regulations
✅ Organization strategies
✅ Practical tips for becoming a more effective advisory committee

There’s still plenty of time to participate. Our SEAC training is open until August 24! Sign up today and strengthen the work of your local SEAC!

🔗 Register today: go.peatc.org/seac-aug26reg

08/22/2026

📚PEATC's Special Education Webinar Series kicks off this coming week!

Join us on Wednesday, August 26 from 6:30 - 7:45 PM ET for our first session, From Referral to Eligibility.

Whether you are new to the special education process or looking for a refresher, this session will help you better understand the steps from an initial referral through determining eligibilty for special education services.

This is just the first of five virtual sessions designed to help families understand the special education process and advocate with confidence. Attend one session or join us for the whole series!

🔗 Register today: go.peatc.org/SPED-26reg

08/22/2026

08/21/2026

Free webinar: Supporting Siblings in Special Needs Families: Considerations and Practical Tips

This Oregon Family to Family Health Information Center webinar is free for families of children with developmental differences ages 1 to 18. It will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 6–7:30 p.m. PDT.

You’ll learn:
- How to recognize the unique emotional impacts of being a sibling in a special needs family
- Practical connection strategies to support siblings' individual needs
- What support networks and resources exist for siblings to help promote long-term wellness

Register here: https://ohsu.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_06DMAY9xawKiMYe

This presentation will occur in English. Request interpretation to another language or additional accommodations by September 9.



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