Learning Module: An Introduction to the Student Support and Special Education Processes
Navigating the process, and tips on how to prepare for student suppport team and special education meetings and collaboration
Learning Module: Your Child's IEP - What Parents Need to Know
The IEP process and important information
2023-24 Session Recordings
Suicide Prevention Awareness Session: 9.26.23
Presenters:
Dr. Ricia Weiner, School Psychologist, Washington-Liberty High School
Mr. Greg Myers, School Psychologist, Wakefield High School
Additional Resources
988 Hotline
If you or someone you know is in emotional distress, 988 is a free resource available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:
- You can call or text 988, or use the online chat at
- Community and School Resources Handout
- Arlington County Department of Human Services Resources
Parenting in the Age of Anxiety: Counterintuitive, but Effective Strategies
Presented by:
Center for Anxiety and Behavioral Change
PAPER: Parent Information Session; November, 2023
Presented by: Ms. Brittany McEachcron, Account Manager, PAPER
Session Resources:
Parent Webinars
APS Library Services Parent Information Session: 12.7.23
APS Library Services provides many eBooks and databases for students to use while at school and outside of school hours. This session addresses how parents/caregivers can support student learning with these resources.
Presented by Amy Hailey, APS Library Services Supervisor
December 7, 2023
PreK to Kindergarten Transition for Students with Disabilities: 1.23.24
Presented by: Karen Agate, APS Child Find Coordinator, and Gina DeSalvo, Special Education Coordinator/Parent Resource Center
January 23, 2024
Resource Links:
- Student Support Coordinators Contacts
- Scroll to ¡°Contact Information¡±
- Click the ¡° + ¡° to open the drop down. Student Support Coordinators (SSCs) will be listed below
- Option School Information
- Kindergarten Information Video
- Special Education Countywide Programs
- Sample Kindergarten?
FLIP IT!?
Presented by Michael Swisher, Parent & Community Engagement Specialist with Arlington Children¡¯s Behavioral Health Bureau
Spanish Session Materials
Understanding Section 504
Understanding Section 504
April 19, 2024
Presented by: Jenny Lambdin, EdS, NCSP School Psychologist & Section 504 Coordinator
Presentation slides
(select English or Spanish audio)
Passcode: HtnH!2xN
Session Resources
- APS Section 504 Website:?/student-services/section-504/;??
- VDOE Assessment Accommodations:??
- VDOE¡¯s Section 504 – Keys to Implementation in Virginia¡¯s Schools:??
- Protecting Student’s with Disabilities:???
- Parent and Educator Resource Guide to Section?504:????
- Supporting Students with Disabilities:???
- Perry Zirkel:???
- Office of Civil Rights:??
- 504 Plans – A Guide for Families:???
- Parent Resource Center Introduction to the Student Support?and Special Education Process?online learning module:?/parent-resource-center/an-introduction-to-special-education/
Autism Disclosure: When, How & Why to Talk with Your Child about their autism diagnosis and how it affects them
Additional Videos
PRC Learning Sessions Videos & Resources
NOVA VISION Conference
May 24, 2023
Presenter: Tracy Bell
Presentation Slides
Session Agenda
Virtual AAC Spring 2023 Supper Club
Panelists: LJ Seiff, Student; Shevina Adams, General Education Teacher; Caitlin Davies, Special Education Teacher; Belinda Folb, General Education Teacher; Brandi Horton, Parent; and Annie Vincent, Special Education Teacher
- Get to know the community: Come meet other AAC users and their families and hear their experiences with AAC.
- Join our panel as they answer your questions about AAC use and implementation across school and home.
- Explore Resources: Find out what resources are available to you and your family within APS.
Autism Parent Series: Self-Determination
April 19, 2023
Presented by: Ms. Deborah Hammer
Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of Opioid Use
March 13, 2023
Presented by: Ms. Jennifer Sexton, MA, CSAC, FAC, QMHP, CSAM, APS Substance Abuse Counselor
Substance Use and Neurodiverse Kids
Presented by: Dr. Mila Vascones-Gatski
- English Language Session: February 16, 2023
- Spanish Language Session: February 23, 2023
AAC Virtual Supper Club featuring James Falahee
February 15, 2023
Medicaid Waivers: Supports for Children and Adults with Developmental Disabilities
February 6, 2023
Medicaid Waiver Presentation Slides
Session Resources
- Managing Your Waiver Services:
- Medicaid Benefits:
- Waiver Eligibility Assessments ¨C VIDES
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PreK to Kindergarten Transition Session
January 25-26, 2023
Presenters: Karen Agate, Child Find Coordinator, and Kathleen Donovan, Parent Resource Center Coordinator
PreK to K 2023 Presentation Slides
PreK to K Session Resources
¶¹ÄÌÊÓƵ Kindergarten Program Information
What to Expect in the APS Kindergarten Program
In person Elementary School Information Sessions:
- Each elementary school will offer an?in-person information session?for families in?February and March, 2023.
- Learn about each school, connect with staff, and ask questions.
Understanding Your Student’s Social Emotional Learning Survey Results
January 19, 2023
Presenter: Elise Kenney-Caldwell, Director of Counseling, Williamsburg Middle School
January 17, 2023
Presenter: Jennifer Lambdin, School Psychologist ¨C Ashlawn Elementary School and Section 504 Coordinator ¨C ¶¹ÄÌÊÓƵ
Autism 101
December 1, 2022
Presenters: Deborah Hammer, Laura DePatch and Erin Donohue, Autism/Low Incidence Disability Specialists
Featured Guest: Justin Boatner
Autism 101 Presentation Slides
Regional Crisis Services
November 29, 2022
Presenters: Jamii Prem Das, Bureau Director, Children’s Behavioral Health; Arnecia Moody, Client Services Entry Bureau Director, Behavioral Health; Suzanne Schuler (Emergency Services); India Diggins (Emergency Services); Andrea Trace (Diversion First); and, Kara Chevlin (CR2); Liv O’Neal (REACH); Laura Clark (PRS; Regional Crisis Call Center)
Regional Crisis Services Presentation Slides
Session Recording:
REACH Brochure
REACH Brochure – Spanish
CR2 Brochure
CR2 Brochure – Spanish
What is Neurodiversity?
October 19, 2022
Presenters: Deborah Hammer, Erin Donohue and Laura DePatch, Autism/Low-Incidence Disability Specialists
Session slides
Session recording:
Deborah Hammer’s Resources and Book List
Suicide Prevention and Awareness:?What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know
September 30, 2022
Presenters: Paulette Rigali, Ed.S., NCSP and Margarita Zwisler, MSW
Session slides
Session recording:
, May 12, 2022
Presented by: Amy Cannava, Ed.S., NCSP, Wakefield High School
April 20, 2021
April 15, 2021
Presented by Deborah Hammer, Autism/Low-Incidence Disability Specialist
February 2, 2021
October 28, 2020
APS Dyslexia Conference 2020
Supporting a Student with More Than Dyslexia October 10, 2020 |
Dr. Brian Razzino | Session Handouts | |
Lexia Core5 Reading October 13, 2020 |
Dr. Suzanne Carreker | ||
Practical Strategies for Parents October 16, 2020 |
Kelley HynerDr. Donna McConnell | Parent Resource Document | |
Read&Write Literacy Software October 29, 2020 |
Sandra Stoppel; Dr. Lauren Bonnet; Marbea Tammaro | Read&Write Agenda with HyperlinksPresentation Slides |
Sep 24, 2020
A Sense of Calm ¨C Presented by Deborah Hammer
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Many thanks to our wonderful colleague, Deborah Hammer for sharing her time and expertise with us.
View?A Sense of Calm?presentation slides
: October 14, 2019