Parent Information Relating to Special Education
All these
opportunities are FREE unless noted.
In most cases you
must register if registration information is provided.
When other events become available they will be posted at:
https://fairfaxcountysepta.org/upcoming-community-events/
Plan Ahead — Strengthening Families —
14 week course
Mon. Jan 27 – May 18,
5:30-8:00 pm, ARHA Bldg. 401 Wythe St. Alexandria
Parents and youth
(ages 6-11) can strengthen family bonds through discussion, games, roleplaying,
and family projects. Free dinners & Childcare (for ages 2-5).
Register:
Yolonda Thompson at 703.820.9001 X 109 ythompson@scanva.org
Plan Ahead — Developmental
Disability Advocacy Day — Bus to Richmond
Tue. Jan. 28, 7 am-3
pm, The Arc of Nova, 2755 Hartland Ave. #200, Falls Church
This is an annual bus
trip to Richmond where we will advocate in coordinated groups meeting with
legislators who represent the region. Return bus trip included.
Register: RSVP
to lucy.beadnell@thearcofnova.org
Fairfax Prevention
Coalition Meeting
Wed. Jan. 8, 1-3 pm,
Thom. Jeff. Lib. 7415 Arlington. Blvd, Falls Church
Learn about strategies
to prevent drug misuse and addiction, including vaping, opioids, and underage
drinking, along with connections to treatment.
Info: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/community-services-board/events/2020-01-08-coalition
Neuropsychological
Evaluation
Wed. Jan. 8, 7-9 pm,
Auburn Sch. 3800 Concorde Pkwy. #500, Chantilly
Learn about the
information that a neuropsychological evaluation provides, and how it can be
used to implement appropriate interventions at home and school.
Register: https://www.theauburnschool.org/page/153 or
703-793-9353
What People with
Autism Have to Teach the Rest of Us About Sexuality and Gender
Wed. Jan. 8, 7-9 pm,
Temple Sinai 3100 Military Rd. NW Washington, DC
Register: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egrf87az3076cbb2&oseq=&c=&ch=
Augmentative and
Alternative Communication: AAC Partner Training Strategies
Wed. Jan. 15,
6:30-8:00 pm, TCW HS 3330 King St. Alexandria
Learn about various
AAC tools and how to use them to enhance your child’s ability to communicate at
home, at school, and in the community.
Register by Jan.
8: janet.reese@acps.k12.va.us or phone
703-824-0129
Raising Tweens:
10 Key Skills Kids Will Need in Middle School and Beyond
Thu. Jan. 9, 11:45
am-1:15 pm, StudyPro, 6849 Old Dominion Dr. #200, McLean
Learn how we can help
our tweens to navigate key issues: making good friend choices,
negotiating conflict, regulating emotions, and self-advocating.
Register: https://thestudypro.com/events-calendar/
Financial Planning for
Special Needs Families —
With Webinar & Recorded Options
Fri. Jan. 10, 10:00
am-noon, The Arc of Nova, 2755 Hartland Ave. #200, Falls Church
Learn general
financial planning principles and special considerations for the unique needs
of families with special needs children and young adults.
Register: https://arcofnva.z2systems.com/np/clients/arcofnva/event.jsp?event=6099&
Mental Health and
Wellness Conference
Sat. Jan. 11, 8 am-1
pm, Independence HS 23115 Learning Cir. Ashburn
This conference for
parents includes concurrent breakout sessions, presentations by school,
community, and regional experts, and a resource fair.
Register: www.NavigateThePath.com
Watch Party for a
Presidential Form on Disability Issues
Mon. Jan. 13, 11 am,
The Arc of Nova, 2755 Hartland Ave. #200, Falls Church
Join others to watch
the live-stream coverage in Austin, TX of Elected for Inclusion: A Presidential
Forum on Disability Issues.
SEPTA Advocacy Event
& General Membership Meeting
Tue. Jan. 14, 7-9 pm,
Gatehouse Admin. Cafe 8115 Gatehouse Rd. Falls Church
Learn the steps in how
to advocate to bring about change for yourself, your child, and our community.
Register:
Eventbrite
Beyond Learning
Differences and Executive Functioning Challenges: How to Solve Any Academic
Problem with Study Skills and Time Management
Wed. Jan. 15,
7:30-9:00, Lab Sch. 4759 Reservoir Rd, NW, Wash. DC
This talk will
highlight simple, practical ways to help your students improve their study
skills and time management.
Register: https://form.jotform.com/92343925458162
Evidence-based
Interventions for Children with FASD — Webinar
Thu. Jan 16, 6:30-8:00
pm
The various
interventions to be covered will target behavior and self regulation, social
skills, family support, and academic skills.
Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1090640071262713100
Who Gets to Tell Your
Story: Disability and Identity in a ‘Perfect’ World
Thu. Jan. 16, 7 pm,
McLean Sch. 8224 Lochinver Ln. Potomac, MD
Disability advocate,
John Sharon will explore how a person’s limitations impact who they are and how
they are seen by those around them.
Register: https://www.mcleanschool.org/events/community-education-series-2/
Bipolar Disorder in Children
and Adolescents: Assessment, Treatment, and Research Update
Tue. Jan. 21, 10
am-noon, Parent Resource Ctr. 2334 Gallows Rd. Door 1, Dunn Loring
Learn about diagnostic
criteria, signs and symptoms in children and adolescents, and treatment
options, resources and collaborations.
Register: https://www.fcps.edu/node/28019/ or 703-204-3941
Parenting Youth in
LGBTQ+ Adoptive Families —
Webinar
Thu. Jan 23, 7-8 pm.
Cost varies.
Register: https://store.adoptionsupport.org/webinars
Managing ADHD
Medications
Fri. Jan. 24, 10
am-noon, 6849 Old Dominion Dr. #200, McLean
Learn how to manage
ADHD medications, including how to manage side effects, uneven coverage, and
stoping medication. Bring your questions.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-launch-and-lecture-adhd-medication-management-tickets-85511630589?
Strengthening
Families — 14 week course
Mon. Jan 27 – May 18,
5:30-8:00 pm, ARHA Bldg. 401 Wythe St. Alexandria
Parents and youth
(ages 6-11) can strengthen family bonds through discussion, games, roleplaying,
and family projects. Free dinners & Childcare for ages 2-5.
Register:
Yolonda Thompson at 703.820.9001 X 109 ythompson@scanva.org
Sibshops
Tue. Jan. 28, 9
am-noon, Providence Community Ctrr. 3001 Vaden Dr. Fairfax
OR Gum Springs
Community Center 8100 Fordson Rd, Alexnadria
These workshop are for
brothers and sisters of children with special needs.
Register: https://www.fcps.edu/node/28019/ or 703-204-3941
Developmental
Disability Advocacy Day in Richmond! — Bus There and Back
Tue. Jan. 28, 7 am-3
pm, The Arc of Nova, 2755 Hartland Ave. #200, Falls Church
This is an annual bus
trip to Richmond where we will advocate in coordinated groups meeting with
legislators who represent the region.
Register: RSVP
to lucy.beadnell@thearcofnova.org
Social Competence:
For Children with Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities
Wed. Jan. 29, 9-11 am,
LCPS Admin. Bldg. 21000 Education Ct. Ashburn
Learn strategies for
promoting social skill acquisition and tools to help children understand social
interactions, expectations, social cues, and social rules.
Register: https://www.lcps.org//cms/module/selectsurvey/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=8905
Protecting Our
Youth: A Conversation About Teen Trafficking for Parents and Teens
Thu. Jan. 30,
6:30-8:30 pm, BWHS 22525 Belmont Ridge Rd, Ashburn
A panel of law
enforcement will discuss how teens of every gender, race, and means are
targeted locally, and the types of situations to look out for.
Register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/V6N5965
Strategies to Promote
Fine and Gross Motor Development in Young Children
Mon. Feb. 5,
6:30-8:00 pm, TCW HS 3330 King St. Alexandria
In this workshop,
parents will learn some practical and fun ways to boost their young child’s
fine and gross motor skills.
Register by January
29: janet.reese@acps.k12.va.us or phone
703-824-0129
Portrait of an ADHD
Graduate: Overcoming Obstacles While Optimizing Strengths
Fri. Jan. 31, 10
am-noon, Parent Resource Ctr. 2334 Gallows Rd. Door 1, Dunn Loring
Learn how to help your
student with ADHD by building on existing strengths, developing executive
function skills, and cultivating emotional intelligence.
Register: https://www.fcps.edu/node/28019/ or 703-204-3941
Plan Ahead — Parenting & Navigating the Teen
& Tween Years — 7
week course
Thu. Feb. 13 – March
26, 9-11 am, Riverside ES 8410 Old Mt. Vernon Rd. Alexandria
Join other parents of
10-16 yr olds to address how to set routines, manage conflict and navigate
exposure to drugs and tobacco
Register: Meg
Turkson, Parent Liaison at mturkson@fcps.edu
Plan Ahead — Cecily’s Advocacy Conference 2020
Sat. Feb. 29, 8:30
am-2:00 pm, McLean Sch. 8224 Lochinver Ln. Potomac, MD
Early Bird
Registration before Feb. 3: https://www.mcleanschool.org/support/parents-association/cecilys-advocacy-conference-2020/
$50 includes 2 meals
Save the Date — FCPS Special Education Conference
Sat. April 18 Hayfield
SS, 7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria.
Includes a Student
Strand for youth ages 14-22.
Support Groups
All these support
groups are open to newcomers, and they are free, except where noted. No
diagnosis is required to participate. Participants are
typically given the opportunity to share their story, experience support, and
glean guidance (as desired) from group members regarding both community and
school resources. Confidentiality is respected.
Support Groups for
Parents
Alpha Moms This support group for adoptive parents meets
monthly in McLean. Contact: robin4brady@gmail.com
Autism Dads meets one evening monthly in Falls
Church. Contact: George Buzby at 571-419-1257 or gbuzby@aol.com
CHADD: Children & Adults with Attention
Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Alexandria CHADD Parent Support
Group 4th Mon. of each
month at 6:30 pm. Contact: Jenny ADHDParentMountVernon@gmail.com or
call 703-472-4678.
- Burke CHADD Support Group for
Parents, Caregivers and Family Members Last
Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm. Contact Kim Griffin: kimberlyrgriffin@yahoo.com
- Loudoun County CHADD Parent
Support 2nd Wed. of the month in
Sterling. Contact: Bonnie Little 571-306-2932
or blittle@windingroadcoaching.com
- West Fairfax CHADD Evening Parent
Support Group 3rd Thur. of each
month at 7:30 pm Contact: Sharon clintob@aol.com
or 703-716-4646.
- West Fairfax CHADD Morning Parent
Support Group 1st Tues. of each
month at 10:30 am Contact: Sharon clintob@aol.com
or 703-716-4646.
-
CSB Family Support
Group at Gatlan Center
2nd and 4th Wed. of each month 6-8 pm in Alexandria Contact: Samar.Chwairy@fairfaxcounty.gov or call
703-799-2882.
D.A.D.S. Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome 3rd
Tue. each month, 7-9 pm in Alexandria. Contact: George gbuzby@aol.com or
call 703- 545-6089.
Fairfax Juvenile Court
Parent Support Group for problems
including runaway behavior, truancy, alcohol/drug abuse, and serious behavioral
problems at home, at school, or in the community. 7:30 pm every Tues. Room
201.1 Fairfax County Courthouse – call 703-246-2495.
Kinship Caregivers
Support Group 2nd & 4th
Thur. monthly, 6:30-8:00 pm, South County Gov. Ctr. Rm. 220, 8350 Richmond
Hgwy, Alexandria. Free dinner and resources. Register 1 week
ahead: KFI@fairfaxcounty.gov or 703-246-4653
Kinship Café – meets monthly on the 2nd Wed. in
Fairfax. Free dinner. Activities for children and discussion for
adults. Register 1 week ahead by calling 703-246-4653 or online
at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hscode/EReg/Registration.aspx?groupID=27
NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
builds better lives for affected families. Arlington Parent Support
Group meets two Sundays a month at 7:00-8:30 pm. Contact:
Naomi 703-862-9588 verdugo.naomi@gmail.comOCD
Family Support Group 1st Mon. of each month, 7:30
pm. Contact: familygroupocd@verizon.net
or call 202-215-5859.
Northern Virginia
Tourette Support Group meets
the 2nd Sunday of each month at noon at the Chantilly Public Library.
Contact: mark.bramer@gmail.com
OCD Family Support
Group 1st Monday of
each month 7:30 pm . Contact: familygroupocd@varizon.net or
call 202-215-5859
Parents of Autistic
Children (POAC) meeting times and location posted at: https://poac-nova.org/events/
