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8/9/2017 8:30 AM - 8/9/2017 1:00 PM, 8/16/2017 8:30 AM - 8/16/2017 1:00 PM, 8/17/2017 8:30 AM - 8/17/2017 1:00 PM, 10/16/2017 8:30 AM - 10/16/2017 1:00 PM
Description: The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is pleased to announce the K-12 History and Social Science Standards of Learning (SOL) Institutes to be held in August and October 2017 at four sites throughout the Commonwealth. These are professional development opportunities provided by the state to support the implementation of 2015 History and Social Science Standards of Learning. The K-12 History and Social Science SOL Institutes will utilize a train-the-trainer model to provide...
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9/25/2017 9:00 AM - 9/25/2017 3:30 PM, 9/26/2017 9:00 AM - 9/26/2017 3:30 PM
Description: Speaker: Dr. Lisa Meyers, Simply Achieve Note: There are two sessions for different grade levels. K-3 Session: Monday, September 25, 2017 (9:00am-3:30pm) 4-8 Session: Tuesday, September 26, 2017 (9:00am-3:30pm) (*registration & danish/coffee start at 8:30 am; conference materials and meals are included in fees)
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9/26/2017 - 9/27/2017
Description: Join us for the State of the Science Conference on the Employment of People with Physical Disabilities. We will present research on effective policies, practices, and interventions to improve the employment outcomes of people with physical disabilities. This two day conference is designed to discuss issues and implications from the new knowledge gained from our disability employment research activities. Along with presentations by prominent speakers, expert panels will provide lively discussions...
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9/28/2017 - 9/29/2017
Description: The goal of the 2017 VACMS conference is for mathematics specialists and teacher leaders to enhance their toolkit so they can support teachers to interpret the revisions to the Curriculum Framework, thus, supporting the implementation of Virginia’s 2016 Standards of Learning for Mathematics. In particular, ways to use learning progressions and the information in “Understanding the Standards” to recalculate instructional programs to enhance students’ learning journeys....
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9/28/2017 7:00 PM - 9/28/2017 9:00 PM
Description: The J and The Washington Group Special Care Planning Team invite you to a workshop on respite and day programs for individuals of all ages with special needs. It is often hard to identify what is available and how they compare. This workshop will showcase various respite and day programs offered in the area as well as a discussion on both the Individual and Family Support Program and the Virginia Lifespan Respite VoucherProgram. Every person’s situation and needs are different. We hope...
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9/30/2017 9:30 AM - 9/30/2017 4:00 PM
Description: Feedback from educators participating in past trainings indicate that many have learned about assessment and goal writing related to promoting listening and spoken language skills, but want more ideas on how to help students reach their goals. Presenters will share insights gained from working with students who are deaf or hard of hearing of all ages and using various communication methodologies across Virginia, and will provide strategies and activities that you can use to help...
Date(s):
10/2/2017 - 10/4/2017
Description: The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) will offer a training opportunity in Medicaid reimbursement and documentation procedures. This training regarding Medicaid documentation requirements is designed for occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language therapists, nurses, psychologists, social workers, special education aides, and clinic aides (both school division and contracted personnel). Special education directors, special education supervisors, school nurse...
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10/4/2017 - 10/6/2017
Description: This workshop on the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 (ADOS-2) Modules 1-4 and the Toddler Module is for Educator, Mental Health Providers, Social Workers, Therapists, and Intervention Specialists. It is offered on October 4-6, 2017 by the Virginia Treatment Center for Children, in partnership with St. Joseph's Villa and VALend, at St. Joseph’s Villa, 8000 Brook Road, Henrico, VA. CEUs will be available and participants can register for one or both clinical workshops. For more...
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10/4/2017 8:30 AM - 10/6/2017 4:30 PM
Description: Training for Educators, Mental Health Providers, Social Workers, Therapists and Intervention Specialists: On October 4-6, 2017 Virginia Treatment Center for Children, in partnership with St. Joseph's Villa and VALend, will be conducting two clinical workshops on the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 (ADOS-2) Modules 1-4 and the Toddler Module. The workshops will be held at St. Joseph’s Villa, 8000 Brook Road, Henrico, VA. About the trainings. The Autism Diagnostic Observation...
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10/17/2017 9:00 AM - 10/17/2017 3:30 PM
Description: Please join us as we welcome Dr. Paula Kluth to southwest Virginia in support of quality inclusive options for students with disabilities. Dr. Kluth is a consultant, author, advocate, and independent scholar who works with teachers and families to provide inclusive opportunities for students with disabilities and to create more responsive and engaging schooling experiences for all learners. Each participant will receive a copy of Dr. Kluth’s book, Don’t We Already Do Inclusion?. This...
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10/19/2017 - 10/20/2017
Description: VCASE will be welcoming Meredith Alvaro (MAlvaro Consulting). Keynote Session: Teach the Writer-Not the Writing Breakout Session: Differentiation in the Writing Classroom John Eisenberg, Assistant Superintendent, VDOE "State of the Commonwealth" Updates from the Team at Reed Smith
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10/27/2017
Description: The Journey Conference is an annual conference hosted by Brain Injury Services for survivors, family members, and professionals in the brain injury community. At the conference, you'll attend sessions where local experts in the field of rehabilitation discuss practical strategies survivors can use in real life. Attending Journey is a great way for you to connect with other survivors and be educated on community resources available to you and your...
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11/3/2017 7:00 AM - 11/3/2017 5:00 PM
Description: The agenda includes: Music Therapy for Inclusion Across the Curriculum Updates from the Virginia Department of Education Grassroots Advocacy for Inclusive Practices Strategies for Inclusion Across the Curriculum Lunch with Dr. Tom Moran: Physical Education for Everyone Va CEC Awards Ceremony & Poster Session The Center for Inclusive Excellence Poster Session Business Meeting, Closing Remarks, & Door Prizes Fees: Member/Non-Member: $135 Student: $105
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11/9/2017 8:30 AM - 11/9/2017 4:00 PM
Description: KEYNOTE SPEAKERSDr. Chris EdminAssociate Professor at Columbia University and author of the New York Times bestselling book, For WhiteFolks Who Teach in the Hood … and the Rest of Y’all Too Dr. Allison Sampson-JacksonLicensed Clinical Social Worker focusing on effective trauma informed treatment practices and challenges forchildren who reside in poverty or crisis TOPICS Promoting & honoring diversityEquity practices to promote high expectations for student learning Responding to...
Date(s):
11/13/2017 - 11/14/2017
Description: Sorry, registration has filled up, and the waitlist is also full. If you have specific self-determination needs, please contact your regional coordinator here. Not another new initiative! Come learn about how the I’m Determined philosophy can be integrated into what you are already doing. Opportunities abound to explore the relationship between self-determination and behavior,disability awareness, mental wellness, inclusive practices, and leadership, to name a few. Registration Opens:...
Date(s):
11/29/2017 - 12/1/2017
Description: Virginia Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (VASCD) Annual Conference: RE: Thinking will include general sessions with outstanding keynoters, 45 breakout sessions featuring current research and practice by Virginia educators, social media and in-person networking opportunities, and interaction with our exhibitors and sponsors, who support our conference so generously. Be sure to include our "Invent to Learn" Preconference Session with Gary Stager in your plans (November...
Date(s):
12/2/2017
Description: Who Should Attend? Middle and High School Students with Disabilities, Their Families, and Adult Professionals Who Work with Them You can learn about: Options After High School Career Planning Career/ Technical Schools Employment Strategies College Application Process Supports and Resources in College
Date(s):
6/13/2018 12:00 PM - 6/15/2018 2:00 PM
Description: The Youth and Parent Summit is a three-day event held each June and sponsored by the Virginia Department of Education and the Partnership for People with Disabilities. Youth with disabilities from across the Commonwealth meet to network and discuss issues of importance to youth and young adults with disabilities. During the Summit, participants work in groups facilitated by I'm Determined Youth Leaders to discover how the core components of self-determination can be applied to their lives....
Date(s):
6/18/2018 8:00 AM - 6/19/2018 4:00 PM
Description: Two-Day event June 18 & 19, 2018. Save the date. Registration will open spring 2018