Youth Engagement Now (YEN) offers practical youth engagement tools that promote self-advocacy and community building. Visit the new website from RAISE and NTACT:C at yen.transitionta.org. #TransitionTuesday

There is still time to access the IEP University (IEPU) virtual course. Register today before the course ends on June 24, 2024: peatc.org/event/iep-univ… #FamilyEngagementFriday

The Virginia Board of Education is seeking nominees for the Region 8 Parent Representative vacancy on the State Special Education Advisory Committee (SSEAC). Additional information including the nomination form can be found at: bit.ly/3L5MVSE #FamilyEngagementFriday

Looking for resources to support your child? Visit the Special Education for Families webpage on the Virginia Department of Education website at doe.virginia.gov/programs-servi… #FamilyEngagementFriday

Summer reading is essential! Reading is critical to a child’s development. Reading during the summer months helps students continue improving their skills. #EverybodyReadsVA

The 2024 Virtual Squared Away training for military-connected families of children with disabilities is on Saturday, August 24, 2024, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Register now: bit.ly/3xNN3TP #FamilyEngagementFriday

A big thank you to our U.S. Department of Education and OSERS project officers for joining VDOE_SESS to support local school divisions during the VDOE News Summer of Support focused on recruitment and retention! 😊 #ElevateEducatorsVA

Do you have questions about the new Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP) Decision-Making Tool? Join the August 7, 2024, training from 6:30-7:30 p.m. to receive answers. Registration is limited, so register today at: bit.ly/3W6dDzW #FamilyEngagementFriday

Want to learn more about the Special Permission Locally Awarded Verified Credit (SPLAVC) Accommodation for students with disabilities? Learn how your high school aged youth can obtain the SPLAVC at bit.ly/3zVNIDz. #FamilyEngagementFriday

Join PEATC and VDOE’s self-paced training anytime during the month of August to learn more about the role of your local Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) in Virginia: bit.ly/3WJMW5t  #FamilyEngagementFriday

Research shows that parent involvement has positive impacts on students, educators, schools & communities. Learn how ED is strengthening parent partnerships to raise the bar for student success: ed.gov/parents

Early Childhood Academy (Aug 26-Sept 16) is available to families of young children (six & under) with disabilities or developmental delays. Participants will learn how to support their child’s early learning & development. Register bit.ly/3WW40Fs #FamilyEngagementFriday

Despite the rain today the kickoff for the State Transition Leadership Academy brought the☀️! Congrats to all of our inaugural participants committed to improving services and outcomes for SWD, and to a year of growth and leadership! #ElevateEducatorsVA VDOE News VDOE_SESS

Attention military-connected families of students with disabilities: The Squared Away live virtual training was designed just for you! Register today for the August 24 event at: bit.ly/3xNN3TP #FamilyEngagementFriday

A successful school year starts at home. So to all the parents, caregivers, and family members helping students get ready for the new school year: Thank you! #ThankYouThursday #BackToSchool #FirstDayOfSchool

Be your child’s best advocate by learning more during the upcoming (Aug 26 - Sept 16) Building Strong Parent Advocates training provided by PEATC and VDOE. This training includes webinars, discussion boards, & resources. bit.ly/3WW40Fs #FamilyEngagementFriday

Complete the Special Education Parent Involvement Survey for your student who has an IEP to help VDOE News improve school services & results for all students with disabilities. English: bit.ly/4eenGew Spanish: bit.ly/3RiO4d4 #FamilyEngagementFriday

The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) training is available until September 24, 2024. SEAC members, parents, and professionals interested in learning about local SEAC’s in Virginia can sign up at: tinyurl.com/y2s4mfkb. #FamilyEngagementFriday

Visit the Office of Dispute Resolution Learning Library for videos & info on special education laws, regulations, & strategies for effective parent-educator collaboration to ensure students with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education. bit.ly/4dTYZU1

The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) training is being offered LIVE via Zoom on September 21, 2024, from 8 - 11:30 a.m. Register today at: tinyurl.com/5n986wtt #FamilyEngagementFriday