Arlington County Special Education Advisory Committee, (ASEAC), 2011-2012 Meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month during the school year (Sept.-May) from 7-9 p.m. Arlington Public Schools Education Center Board Room (1st Floor), 1426 N. Quincy Street, Arlington, VA 22207.
Resource Center Events
703-228-7239, via email to: eparral@arlington. k12.va.us, or, new this year, online at: www.arlingtonadulted.org Arlington County's Parent Resource Center Events: Unless specified events are held at the PRC, 2801 Clarendon Blvd., Ste. 312, Arlington, VA. Parking is available in the lot across from Whole Foods. Bring your ticket with you to the event and get free validation.
Special Education Parent Resource Center (PRC) wish you and your family a wonderful winter break, and a very Happy 2012. Please find a list below of our January 2012 sessions. We have several exciting events scheduled, and hope to see you after the winter break! Upcoming Events Parent Resource Center (PRC) Open House
10:00am to Noon 2801 Clarendon Boulevard, Suite 312 Arlington, VA 22201 Join the PRC and the Arlington Special Education PTA (SEPTA) in Clarendon this weekend. SEPTA will be hosting a Bookfair at the Clarendon Barnes and Noble, including the opportunity for children to make complimentary valentine cards on Saturday from 10am to 3pm. During the book fair, the Parent Resource Center will be open on Saturday from 10am to Noon across the street. For more information about the Barnes and Noble event, contact SEPTA at: john.e.toner@gmail.com Preschool to Kindergarten Transition Information Session Monday, February 13, 2012, 7:00pm to 8:15pm Langston Community Center, Room 109 2121 N. Culpeper Street, Arlington, VA 2220 Families of preschool children with special needs are invited to join us to learn more about navigating their child’s transition from preschool to kindergarten. Participants will learn about elementary school options, and special education services provided in a variety of models at the kindergarten level. Registration is requested and ensures adequate handouts and materials. To learn more, and register, please contact the PRC at eparral@arlington.k12.va.us or 703.228.7239 or Register online. View flyer Understanding Special Education February 14, 2012: 9:00am to Noon Clarendon Education Center, Room 306, 2801 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201 During this informative session, parents will learn about the special education process, including referral, evaluation, eligibility and development of Individual Education Programs (IEPs), and the important role families play as members of educational teams. Participants will learn what to expect at various special education meetings, and how to best prepare to positively collaborate with school-based team members. Registration is requested. To register, please emailemma.parralsanchez@apsva.us or call 703.228.7239. Becoming an Active Member of Your Child's IEP Team NEW DATE: Tuesday, February 28, 2012: 7:00pm to 9:00pm Location: TBA During this session, we will discuss how parents can prepare for and effectively participate in their child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting. The session will address the role of the IEP team members, including parents; the components of IEPs; measurable annual goals; understanding progress on IEPs; and collaborating with school staff. Registration is requested. To register, please email emma. parralsanchez@apsva.us or call 703.228.7239. Super Sibs Club Thursday, March 1, 2012: 10:00am to 2pm Langston Center, 2121 N. Culpeper Drive, Arlington, VA 22207 Siblings (Grades 2-5) of children with disabilities are invited to join us for fun, recreation and peer support. Additional 2012 Dates: Thursday, May 3, 2012: 4:15pm to 6:00pm Fees include a healthy snack and lunch and are $5.00 for two hour sessions, and $10.00 for 4 hour sessions. Financial waivers are available. Registration is REQUIRED. Please contact emma.parralsanchez @apsva.us or call the PRC at 703.228.7239 to register and/or learn more about Super Sibs. Autism Book Club Tuesday, March 6, 2012: Noon to 1:00pm Location: Fairlington Community Center, Room 100, 3308 S. Stafford Street, Arlington, VA 22206 Book: Daniel Tammet's "Born on a Blue Day" Please join us for our APS Autism Book Club meeting and discussion. Registration is requested. Kindly contact the PRC at emma.parralsanchez@apsva.us or 703.228.7239 to register. Upcoming Book Club Dates: May 2, 2012: by John Elder Robison Look Me in the Eye ADHD Parent Support Network Wednesday, March 28, 2012: 7:00pm to 8:15pm New Location: Arlington Public Library - Shirlington Branch Edmund and Elizabeth Campbell Meeting Room 4200 Campbell Avenue, Arlington, Virginia 22206 - Parking Register online The Arlington AD/HD Parent Support Network meets regularly and provides families an opportunity to receive information on each meeting’s designated topic, as well as opportunities to participate in discussions with other parents, staff and guest speakers. Our first 2011-12 ADHD Parent Support Network meeting will address the topic of acquainting your child’s new teachers with your family and talking with teachers about your child’s AD/HD. Plan to bring suggestions and strategies that you’ve successfully used in the past, and questions you may have for the group.Save the Dates for the 2011-12 Additional ADHD Parent Support Network Meetings: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 - 7:00pm to 8:15pm Community Events: Check for community events at a new website designed for Arlington families - www.arlingtonfamilies.com Arlington Families: A site that links parents and caregivers to valuable online resources about what’s happening for families in Arlington, Virginia. Find a playground, meet other parents in a workshop, learn about school options, discover something fun to do over the weekend, or get connected to practical parenting ideas.
with over 100 representatives offering summer opportunities for children ages 3-17. Explore a variety of summer camps and programs, including academic and art programs, sports camps, day and overnight camps, and camps offering accommodations for children with special needs. Teen interested in summer employment or volunteer opportunities can obtain a list of exhibitors offering these opportunities at the information booth at the fair. (Snow date: Feb. 17. In case of inclement weather, please call the APS hotline at 1-866-322-4277.) Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., 6:00-8:00 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, 4:30-7:00 p.m. Winterfest 2012: Rock A Hula Hoops, Lyman Ukrainian Dancers, Family Crafts, and more! Sponsored by families of Russian and Ukrainian Adoption (FRUA), including Neighboring Countries. If you are looking for a fun adoption-centered event, then come on down to Winterfest 2012! We love to have Parents in Progress attend- it is a great way to meet other families in progress as well. Walter Johnson High School Cafeteria, Bethesda, MD. For registration information, visit www. fruadc.org . Early Bird Discount until January 21, and if you join FRUA, please take the FRUA Member discount as well. Tues., Feb. 14. Cheap Eats: Eating Healthy on a Budget. Free nutrition and health classes for parents. 2100 Washington Blvd., Auditorium. 7:00 p.m. Call 703/228-1625 for more information. Wed., Feb. 15. Autism...for Parents: Play and Social Skills. 7:00-8:00 p.m. Patrick Henry Elementary School. Register in advance at eparral@arlington.k12.va.us or 703/228-7239. Sat., Feb. 25. "Responding to Challenging Behaviors" and "From Breakfast to Bedtime: Play and Language Development". Two workshops presented at the 4th Annual AEIICC "Your Child's Development: An Information and Resource Fair for Arlington Parents and Caregivers of Infants and Preschoolers." Information tables, resource information, and 2 great workshops. 9:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 16th Street, South, Arlington. FREE! To register or for more information, contact Cheryl Fuentes at cfuentes@arlingtonva.us or 703/228-1551. Tues., March 13. Fast Food Facts: How to Make Healthier Choices When Dining Out. Free nutrition and health classes for parents. 7:00 p.m. DHS, 2100 Washington Blvd., Auditorium. Call 703/228-1625 for more information. Thurs., March 15, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Anxiety or Depression: What is Normal? Williamsburg Middle School, Arlington. Parent Education Series sponsored by Educational Connections. RSVP to admin@ectutoring.com Tuesday, April 10. Eat, Live & Be Well: Bringing It All Together. Free health and nutrition classes for parents. DHS, 2100 Washington Blvd., Auditorium. 7:00 p.m. Call 703/228-1625 for more information.
www.arlingtonva. us/departments/parksrecreation/scripts/assista nce/page79701.aspx Arlington County provides specialized services for individuals with disabilities of all ages as they can be at an an increased risk of physical, social or intellectual barriers. Specialized services include social clubs, family-centered programming, camps, adapted classes, and leisure education. We strive to have something for everyone!
County's general recreation programs. We provide inclusion support for individuals with disabilities in workshops, camps and classes to ensure reasonable accommodations are made in all PRCR and contracted programs. Reasonable accommodations include individualized accommodation plans, staff training, adapted equipment and techniques, additional staff, sign language interpreters, assisted listening devices, large print or Braille documents. Phone: 703-228-4747 Walk-In: Visit registration office at 3700 S. Four Mile Run You will need to register in person if applying for a fee reduction Contact: Cindy Leiva Therapeutic Recreation Programmer II 2121 North Culpeper St., Arlington VA, 22207 phone (703) 228-4734, fax (703) 228-4877 cleiva@arlingtonva.us |
| Arlington County, VA Special Education Upcoming Events |
 | |  | |  | |  | |  |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
| |
 |
Custom Search