York County School Division Special Education Advisory Committee. This is an excellent organization to meet other parents of children with special needs.
Our SEAC is a great source of information. It is a place you can share ideas, concerns and kudos.
08/09/2024
Parents of Kids with Disabilities Praise Colin Farrell for Opening Up About His Son's Special Needs Diagnosis Farrell shares his 20-year-old son James with former partner and 'Ondine' costar Alicja Bachleda-Curuś
08/05/2024
SEAC was invited to talk with new (to the county) SPED teachers about the importance of parent - teacher communication. Such an amazing group of teachers joining YCSD - their energy and enthusiasm is amazing!
06/20/2023
*TOMORROW!*
Anatomy of an IEP
June 21, 2023 | 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
We’re breaking down the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and how each section builds on the other to develop an effective IEP. We’ll discuss the parts of the IEP, the why of each section, and how it all comes together. You will learn practical tips to help create an IEP that supports your student’s access to a free and appropriate public education (FAPE).
REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/3qv1yYM
This webinar will be presented on Zoom. It will not be recorded.
03/31/2023
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/parent-institute-2023-registration-551680831217
An exciting opportunity for parents new to the world of Special Education. This means your child has been involved in special education for three (3) years or less.
This training is designed to be the first step for parents in becoming collaborative leaders. Parent Institute connects new parents with resources and guidance in navigating special education in Virginia. Participants will be introduced to the special education process, discover new resources, and have opportunities to network.
This is a free 2-day IN PERSON event. Accepted participants are provided a complimentary hotel room and meals.
Day One (June 27): 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Day Two (June 28): 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
Parents who are new to the Special Education process interested in taking the next steps towards collaborating as parent leaders.
There are a limited number of spots available for this training so please register early.
You must receive a confirmation from the PEATC office (not just Eventbrite) and commit to participating in the entire training to attend this event.
Contact PEATC at 800-869-6782 or [email protected] with any questions.
Parent Institute 2023 For parents who are NEW to the special education process in Virginia.
03/13/2023
11/09/2022
05/23/2022
BoardDocs® Agenda Item: 7.C Public Hearing on Draft FY23-27 Strategic Plan The proposed FY23-27 Strategic Plan is the result of collaborative work, involving administrators, staff, teachers, students, families and community members, over the course of the 2021-22 school year. This proposed Strategic Plan defines a new visions, mission, core values. The four priority areas....
05/05/2022
York County School Division - YCSDigest - May 5, 2022 YCSDigest regarding 2022-23 Transportation Request Form, Summer Academy, CES Teacher Receives National Award, Pitch Night, THS Rocket League State Champions, and Community Announcements.
Thé SEAC meeting scheduled for tonight has been rescheduled to January 11, 2022 at 6 pm!
11/16/2021
🎉 Today, legislation was introduced to fully find IDEA! It will need support and advocacy but this is a great step!
https://www.vanhollen.senate.gov/news/press-releases/van-hollen-huffman-reintroduce-bicameral-legislation-to-fully-fund-special-education?fbclid=IwAR2CHKITtqcw9aF0p4VjK0PXrKrarn3QChF9B89rxh0LBbNNGeImF2tOUp0
Van Hollen, Huffman Reintroduce Bicameral Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education | U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland The Official U.S. Senate website of Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland
09/30/2021
Save the dates! See you at the meetings this year.
https://yorkcountyschools.org/parents/specialEducation/seac.aspx