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Date(s):
6/15/2022 - 6/30/2029
Description: Registration for Effective & High-Leverage Practices for Paraeducators - In collaboration with the Paraprofessional Resource & Research Center and the CEEDAR Center, the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is excited to provide paraeducators with a learning program focused on your unique role as a paraeducator and how that aligns with specific HLPs. In this FREE on-demand, eLearning program designed for paraeducators, you will be introduced to four areas...
Description: Information & Registration for Hybrid Training Series: Transportation - Bus drivers and transportation staff work directly with students with autism and are responsible for their and others' safety during the routes. Drivers and assistants are the first faces students see in the morning and the last ones in the afternoon. They are critical liaisons between home and school and often have more interaction with parents than other school staff. Beyond simply driving, transportation...
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: Digital Course- Prescription Drug Safety: Know the Truth - This newly updated digital course educates students about the potential dangers of misusing prescription medications, including fentanyl. The course – developed in partnership with Truth Initiative, the public health organization behind the nationally recognized truth® youth tobacco prevention and education campaign – explores the impact misuse can have on teens' physical and mental health,...
Description: Register for the Trauma Aware Educator - This is an online course designed to answer frequently asked questions about the foundational concepts of trauma informed practice for educators and educational leaders. Childhood trauma affects the physical, emotional, and social development of children and adolescents. In order to minimise harm, teachers and school leaders need to respond appropriately using trauma-informed practices and policies. In this course, you will: explore the impact of...
Description: Features of Explicit Instruction - This four-part course is designed for faculty and professional development providers to enhance educators’ understanding and use of explicit instruction. The course includes the following modules: Module 5: Modeling and Practicing to Help Students Reach Academic Goals Module 6: Supporting Practices: Using Effective Methods to Elicit Frequent Responses Module 7: Supporting Practices: Providing Immediate Specific Feedback and Maintaining A Brisk Pace Module...
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...
Description: Register for Together we go far: Teaming with paraprofessionals to support learners with autism - Special education is a team endeavor, and paraprofessionals are essential to this team. Most paraprofessionals receive their training on the job, and often by the special education teacher. Unfortunately, most special education teachers were not taught how to supervise, coach, and collaborate with paraprofessionals during their training. This presentation aims to provide special education teachers...
Description: Register for Together we go far: Partnering with families to support caregiver-mediated intervention - Our goal in education is to improve autistic students’ lives, not just within the classroom but across their homes, community, and future employment settings. To that end, it is essential to partner with families to learn about their priorities, values, and needs. Through this partnership, schools can support families and assist them in implementing feasible and meaningful...
Description: Join TTAC at GMU and learn to teach students how to apply strategies for decoding and encoding complex text from 4:00pm-5:15pm, October 5th, 8th, 12th, 15th, 19th, 22nd, 2026 Live virutal sessions and materials will be provided. Grades 4-12 Apply by using this Fall 2026 Unlocking Big Words Application Form. Applications due by 9/25/2026. For more information please visit this accessible Unlocking BIG Words flyer.
Date(s):
11/1/2024, 12/2/2024, 1/1/2025
Description: What is SRSD? Self-regulated strategy development (SRSD) is a research-based six-step instructional framework that explicitly teaches meta-cognition while integrating cognitive strategy instruction (HLP 14) to improve students’ academic and self-regulation skills. Explicitly taught across multiple academic domains, SRSD improves students’ writing, mathematics, reading comprehension, and self- advocacy. The power of SRSD + cognitive strategy instruction occurs when...
Description: Transition: Changing the Outcomes - In this facilitated course, you will learn practical applications from experts in the field, including how to navigate the transition assessment process and develop effective transition plans based on data and effective practices. We will also cover how to prepare students for postsecondary education and/or training, competitive employment and living, and participating in communities. Featuring videos, engaging discussion, and high-quality resources, this...
Date(s):
6/29/2026, 7/29/2026, 9/29/2026
Description: Enroll Now! School Leaders, Administrators, and Instructional Coaches: Strategies for Teacher Retention & Support - Each self-paced HLP professional learning session is offered at no cost to Virginia public school educators and provides 3–5 hours of professional learning. The HLP sessions guide teachers step by step through the implementation of specific HLPs with videos that model exemplar teacher behaviors, classroom ready resources shared, and discussion posts to...
Date(s):
7/26/2026, 8/27/2026, 9/26/2026
Description: Enroll Now! Collaboration 101 - Each self-paced HLP professional learning session is offered at no cost to Virginia public school educators and provides 3–5 hours of professional learning. The HLP sessions guide teachers step by step through the implementation of specific HLPs with videos that model exemplar teacher behaviors, classroom ready resources shared, and discussion posts to engage with other educators throughout the states. By the end of this session, you...
Date(s):
7/31/2026, 8/28/2026, 9/27/2026
Description: Enroll Now! HLP 17: Differentiate with Flexible Grouping - Each self-paced HLP professional learning session is offered at no cost to Virginia public school educators and provides 3–5 hours of professional learning. The HLP sessions guide teachers step by step through the implementation of specific HLPs with videos that model exemplar teacher behaviors, classroom ready resources shared, and discussion posts to engage with other educators throughout the states. By the...
Date(s):
7/30/2026, 8/31/2026, 9/25/2026
Description: Self-Paced Professional Learning - SDI: Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD): An Inclusive Meta-Cognitive Strategy for Solving Equations (HLP 14) - General and special education teachers will have the opportunity to learn a research based meta-cognitive strategy (HLP 14) for teaching students how to solve multi-step equations. The Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD) for Solving Equations, a 5-hour professional learning session, provides all the materials and resources necessary...
Date(s):
7/31/2026, 8/31/2026, 9/30/2026
Description: Enroll Now! Use Multiple Sources of Information to Develop a Comprehensive Learner Profile (HLP 1 and HLP 4) - This self-paced professional learning (PL) session is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to gather data from multiple sources and create a comprehensive student profile that identifies a student’s strengths and needs. HLPs discussed in this session include HLP 4, HLP 6 and collaboration HLPs 1 and 3. Earn 5 hours of professional learning....
Date(s):
7/31/2026, 8/26/2026, 9/24/2026
Description: Enroll Now! HLP 16, 8 & 22: Explicit Instruction and Positive, Constructive Feedback - Each self-paced HLP professional learning session is offered at no cost to Virginia public school educators and provides 3–5 hours of professional learning. The HLP sessions guide teachers step by step through the implementation of specific HLPs with videos that model exemplar teacher behaviors, classroom ready resources shared, and discussion posts to engage with other educators...
Date(s):
7/30/2026, 8/30/2026, 9/28/2026
Description: Enroll Now! HLP 18: Active Engagement Strategies - Each self-paced HLP professional learning session is offered at no cost to Virginia public school educators and provides 3–5 hours of professional learning. The HLP sessions guide teachers step by step through the implementation of specific HLPs with videos that model exemplar teacher behaviors, classroom ready resources shared, and discussion posts to engage with other educators throughout the states. By the end...
Date(s):
7/31/2026, 8/31/2026, 9/30/2026
Description: Enroll Now! HLP 7: Setting the Stage for Learning - Consistent, Organized & Respectful Learning Environments - Each self-paced HLP professional learning session is offered at no cost to Virginia public school educators and provides 3–5 hours of professional learning. The HLP sessions guide teachers step by step through the implementation of specific HLPs with videos that model exemplar teacher behaviors, classroom ready resources shared, and discussion posts to...
Date(s):
7/29/2026, 8/26/2026, 9/24/2026
Description: Enroll in Specially Designed Instruction: Assessment and Implementation By the end of this Self-Paced Professional Learning, you will understand: How to plan for and teach specially designed instruction (SDI) throughout all tiers of MTSS. The five step data based individualization process for specially designed instruction (SDI). SDI's three elements: Content, Methodology, Instructional Delivery. The importance of continuous progress monitoring. How to adapt SDI's content,...
Date(s):
2/12/2025 2:00 PM ET - 2/12/2025 3:30 PM ET
Description: Register for Thriving Temporal Environments for Young Children and Educators: Unlocking the Right P.I.T.C.H - Join professor and the Director of Early Childhood at American Jewish University, Dr. Tamar Andrews and Ocupational Therapy Consultant from Learning Redesigned, Lindsay Astor Grant in a paradigm-shifting webinar where you will explore how to find the right PITCH, with a special focus on temporal environments. Tamar will deepen your understanding of predictable...
Date(s):
1/30/2026, 2/28/2026, 3/31/2026
Description: Sign up for the Self-Paced Indicator 13 Bootcamp - This professional learning session is designed for secondary special education teachers to strengthen their understanding and implementation of effective, transition planning aligned with Indicator 13. Participants will learn how to create transition plans that prepare students with disabilities for postsecondary education, employment, and independent living. The session includes hands-on application using existing transition plans and provides...
Description: Our team is always on-the-go & ready to connect with you! Find us at these upcoming events for free resources and answers to your questions. Saturday, September 19 (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM): Floyd Makers MarketBetween the Courthouse and Administrative Building – Jackson Circle, Floyd, VA 24091Saturday, September 19 (10:30 AM – 4:30 PM): dRC Gourd Times Roll Fall Family Festival 2026Fredericksburg Fairgrounds – 2400 Airport Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22401Tuesday,...
Date(s):
8/26/2026 6:30 PM ET - 8/26/2026 8:00 PM ET, 9/9/2026 6:30 PM ET - 9/9/2026 8:00 PM ET, 9/23/2026 6:30 PM ET - 9/23/2026 8:00 PM ET, 10/7/2026 6:30 PM ET - 10/7/2026 8:00 PM ET, 10/21/2026 6:30 PM ET - 10/21/2026 8:00 PM ET
Description: Register for the Special Education Webinar Series - Join PEATC for our 2026 Special Education Webinar Series, designed to help families navigate the special education process with confidence. Each webinar explores a different topic, from eligibility and IEPs to 504 Plans and effective family-school collaboration, giving participants the flexibility to learn about the subjects that matter most to them. Participants are not required to attend all sessions and are welcome to attend the...
Date(s):
9/19/2026 8:00 AM ET - 9/19/2026 11:00 AM ET
Description: Register for the September Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) Live Training (PEATC and VDOE) 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 how to build a more efficient and effective advisory committee. This training will include information on: SEAC in Virginia SPED Regulations SEAC Roles and Responsibilities...
Date(s):
9/23/2026 6:00 PM ET - 9/23/2026 7:00 PM ET
Description: Register for the Ins and Outs of IEP Meetings Webinar - This presentation will help prepare parents for what to expect in the IEP meeting and how to have a productive, student-focused meeting. From pre-planning before the meeting to working together afterwards, this presentation will help participants learn how to build relationships while focusing on the needs of the student. Presented by PEATC in partnership with Evergreen Elementary PTA Special Education Committee. *IN PERSON...
Date(s):
9/24/2026 12:00 PM ET - 9/24/2026 1:30 PM ET
Description: Register for Anatomy of an IEP - Ready or not, our kids are growing and developing. Every child develops at their own pace, and milestones give us a general idea of when to expect certain skills to develop. Acting early can make a difference! In this workshop, we’re going over the basics. We’ll talk about milestones, define the domains (areas of child development), provide resources for supporting a child’s development, and share tips on what to do if there are concerns....
Date(s):
9/24/2026 6:00 PM ET - 9/24/2026 7:00 PM ET
Description: Register for the Ready or Not, Here they Grow Workshop *IN PERSON WORKSHOP*North Elementary School3201 Dale Avenue, Colonial Heights, VA 23834Ready or not, our kids are growing and developing. Every child develops at their own pace, and milestones give us a general idea of when to expect certain skills to develop. Acting early can make a difference! In this workshop, we’re going over the basics. We’ll talk about milestones, define the domains (areas of child development), provide...
Date(s):
9/29/2026 6:30 PM ET - 9/29/2026 7:30 PM ET
Description: Register for A Father's Perspective: Fatherhood and Family Engagement in Special Education Fathers bring an important perspective to their child’s special education team, but they may not always feel included or know how to become more involved. In this engaging session, Dion Chavis, father of a child with autism and founder of The Glad Dad, shares a father’s perspective on navigating special education and participating in the IEP process. Families and professionals will...
Date(s):
10/1/2026 6:00 PM ET - 10/1/2026 7:30 PM ET
Description: Register for Turning 18 in Virginia - Turning 18 is a big deal. An 18-year-old is legally considered an adult in Virginia and can make their own legal, financial, medical, and educational decisions. For some individuals with disabilities, this will not be an issue. Others may need support. This workshop will share basic information about things that need to be considered as your loved one turns 18. Presented by PEATC in partnership with the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired...
Date(s):
10/5/2026 - 10/26/2026
Description: Register for the October IEP University - This training will be presented virtually and will include webinars, discussion boards, resources, and supplementary materials. 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...
Date(s):
10/5/2026 - 10/26/2026
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online VA SEAC Training: October 5th-October 26th 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...
Date(s):
10/5/2026 - 12/7/2026
Description: Register for the Fall 2026 - Transition University - Join us for this FREE 5-session SELF-PACED online course that focuses on providing parent-friendly information to help make transition planning easier. Transition University is designed for parents/caregivers of elementary, middle, or high school students that receive special education services, and the professionals that support them. The goal is to share factual information on transition services and to help make the...
Date(s):
10/7/2026 11:00 AM ET - 10/7/2026 12:00 PM ET, 11/10/2026 11:00 AM ET - 11/10/2026 12:00 PM ET, 1/13/2027 11:00 AM ET - 1/13/2027 12:00 PM ET, 2/18/2027 11:00 AM ET - 2/18/2027 12:00 PM ET, 4/27/2027 11:00 AM ET - 4/27/2027 12:00 PM ET, 5/4/2027 11:00 AM ET - 5/4/2027 12:00 PM ET
Description: The VDOE will host ECSE Office Hours for ECSE administrators, special education directors or those who would like to increase knowledge and ask questions on content related to ECSE. Office Hours will be held on select dates from 11:00-12:00. Each time, a specific topic will be discussed. There will be a short introduction of the topic followed by the opportunity for you to ask questions. Registration is not required. Simply use the Join ECSE Office Hours Link to attend. Schedule October 7...
Date(s):
10/8/2026 6:00 PM ET - 10/8/2026 7:30 PM ET
Description: Register for Disability Benefits: VA's Medicaid Waivers - Families of children with disabilities need to have an understanding of government benefits available to them as part of planning a future for their loved one. These benefits can help supplement a person’s income, qualify them for extra help, and help them receive healthcare and community supports. Navigating the world of disability benefits can be tricky, time-consuming, and overwhelming. This workshop will help make that...
Date(s):
10/13/2026 6:00 PM ET - 10/13/2026 7:30 PM ET, 10/20/2026 6:00 PM ET - 10/20/2026 7:30 PM ET, 10/30/2026 6:00 PM ET - 10/30/2026 7:30 PM ET
Description: Register for the PEATC Town Hall Series - Join PEATC this October for a special three-part Town Hall Series with Jonathan Martinis, Esq., a nationally recognized expert on disability rights and issues affecting people with disabilities and their families.These interactive town halls are designed to give families an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and engage in conversation—not simply listen to a presentation. Attend one session—or join us for all three! October 13 |...
Date(s):
11/16/2026 - 11/18/2026
Description: The Assistive Technology Network is excited to announce the dates for the 2026 TechKnowledgy Conference. Please join us November 16, 17, and 18 on the campus of James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA. Calling all educators, parents, professionals, and anyone else with a passion for assistive and inclusive technologies. Come share, network, and learn with regionally, nationally, and internationally known expert practitioners including Linda Burkhart, Judith Schoonover, Sally...
Date(s):
11/16/2026 - 11/18/2026
Description: The Virginia Department of Education’s Assistive Technology Network is planning the 2026 TechKnowledgy Conference in Harrisonburg, VA. The TechKnowledgy 2026 planning committee invites all interested persons to submit proposals to present during conference breakout sessions for Tuesday, November 17. Presenters should plan to engage participants, including the use of practice-based learning opportunities, as part of their presentation. We recognize that high-quality, hands-on sessions...