Special Education Information from Fairfax County Special Education PTA (SEPTA)
1/11/2021 9:13 pm
The following events were compiled by the Fairfax County Special Education PTA (SEPTA). Many of the events are relevant to all Clermont families.
All these opportunities are online and FREE unless noted.
In most cases you must register if registration information is provided.
Ongoing and On Demand courses follow this monthly list of events.
When other events become available they will be posted at: https://fairfaxcountysepta.org/upcoming-community-events/
Autocuidado y Bienestar Emocional
Lunes, Enero 11, 6 pm
Aprenda sobre la importancia que tiene para su familia su propio cuidado personal. Aprenda a invertir en usted.
Just Press Play
Tue. Jan.12, 2:00-2:30 pm
Learn family friendly activities that encourage play, attachment, and emotional regulation.
Managing Complex Kids (and Ourselves) During Complex Times
Tue. Jan. 12, 7:00-8:30 pm
Learn ways for making good decisions regarding kids with ADHD, not just in the weeks and months ahead, but for the long term.
Creating a Special Needs Legal and Life Care Plan
Wed. Jan. 13, 2:00-3:15 pm
Explore legal and financial strategies for maximizing a loved one’s quality of life through available benefits programs.
Registration: email Carey calford@financialguide.com or (571) 378-0245
When Stimulants Are Not Enough: Alternative Strategies to Manage ADHD Beyond Traditional Pharmacology
Wed. Jan. 13, 7:00-8:00 pm
Learn about interventions such as nutrition and brain modulation methods that may be effective in helping to manage ADHD.
Self-Care & Social Emotional Wellbeing During These Uncertain Times — Military Only
Thu. Jan. 14, 10-11 am
Understand the vital importance of self-care and social emotional wellbeing during this era of additional stress and anxiety.
Strategies to Fund a Special Needs Trust
Thu. Jan. 14, noon-1 pm
Explore ways to fund a special needs trust, minimize tax exposure, and plan for your special needs child’s financial security.
Supporting Your K-2 Children in Math
Fri. Jan. 15, 10:00-11:30 am
Learn how to identify the critical content of your child’s math curriculum, and how to support your child in learning that content.
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbMX2fjnfbCI78GrYBL0XiRx5qcmbvQni9rQZ2UghwYabK6g/viewform
Early Childhood Academy – Self-paced Online Course
January 16 to February 20
Families of young children (birth through age 6) with disabilities or developmental delays learn how to create an environment of lifelong learning at home.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/early-childhood-academy-eca-winter-2021-registration-128698471593
Transition Lunch & Learn
Wed. Jan. 20, noon-1:30 pm
Whether your child with ID/DD will age out of the school system in two years or ten, the best time to take the next steps in planning for that is now.
A Parent’s Guide for Managing Language Processing Disorder
Wed. Jan. 20, 1 pm, with Replay Link
Language processing deficits affect the ability to learn, focus, socialize, and be successful. Find out how to advocate for and support your child.
Register: https://www.additudemag.com/tag/webinar/
Strategies for Increasing Replacement Behaviors
Thu. Jan. 21, 10:00-11:30 am OR 6:30-8:00 pm
Parents gain skills and strategies for replacing a child’s undesirable behaviors with more positive behaviors.
Ins and Outs of IEPs
Thu. Jan. 21, 11:30 am
Have a productive student-focused IEP meeting with these pre-planning strategies. Helpful insights are shared for building relationships and self-advocacy skills.
Self-Care & Social-Emotional Wellbeing
Thu. Jan. 21, 6:30 pm
Make “you” a priority by understanding the vital importance of self-care and social-emotional wellbeing during these uncertain times.
Great Expectations – What to Hope for If You Want Your Kids to Thrive
Thu. Jan. 21, 7:00-8:30 pm $10
Understand the science behind parental expectations and their effects on children. Learn to see the humor and opportunity in realistic expectations.
Collaborative & Proactive Solutions Virtual 2-DayTraining
Thu. Jan 21 & Fri. Jan 22, 9:30 am-5:15 pm $99-$159
Option to sign up for either or both days. Day One is an overview of the CPS model, Day Two has video examples, and discussion.
Supporting Your Grade 3-6 Children in Math
Fri. Jan. 22, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Learn how to partner with your child in examining the content of their math course with techniques to support their learning of the course’s core content.
SibShops — For Brothers and Sisters in Grades 2-6 of a Child with Special Needs
Mon. Jan. 25, 10 am OR 1 pm Sessions run about 1-1.5 hours.
Siblings share experiences and receive peer support in a relaxed setting with fun games and activities.
Guiding Exceptional Parents Book Club
Mon. Jan. 25, 7:30-9:00 pm
The group will discuss The Essential Conversation: What Parents and Teachers Can Learn from Each Other, by Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot.
Regulation of Restraint and Seclusion in Virginia’s Schools: What Parents Should Know
Tue. Jan. 26, 6:30 pm
Learn about new regulations on restraint and seclusion in VA schools including if, when, where, documentation, training, and reporting requirements. FCPS regulations are more restrictive.
Anatomy of an IEP
Wed. Jan. 27, 7, pm
Find out all the parts of an IEP, study the functions of the sections, and learn how to help create an IEP that supports the student with a free and appropriate public education.
Ongoing and On Demand
Dyslexia & the IEP: How to Make Sure the IEP Is in Tip-Top Shape
Webinar, available 24/7
Accommodations for Recreational Classes and Camps with Fairfax County Parks
Accommodations include physical accessibility, ASL interpreters, assistive devices, sensitivity training for classmates, and staff training.
To request accommodations, email gary.logue@fairfaxcounty.gov or 703 324-8563
Scholarships for Classes with Fairfax County Parks
Children of families that receive public assistance (medicaid, free school lunch, SNAP, TANF) are eligible to take one set of classes per quarter for a $15 registration fee.
Information: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/scholarships
NAMI Basics
This 6-session course is for adults who provide care for youth (ages 22 and younger) who are experiencing mental health symptoms (including ADHD and ASD).
Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Training
Learn about special education law, rights and responsibilities; tests to measure progress and regression; SMART IEPs; and strategies for effective advocacy.
Info: https://www.wrightslaw.com/webex/law.adv.index.htm $50-$90
The Parent Playbook — 9 Module Online Course on Autism
From the VCU Autism Center for Excellence & Virginia Autism Council. An introduction on Autism Spectrum Disorder for families, including tips for caregivers, characteristics, interventions and recommended programs and services.
Clermont PTA Email List and Directory Update
1/11/2021 8:46 pm
We've refreshed our records based on communications preferences from the school. This ensures that all parents who've opted into electronic communications receive these PTA Happenings messages. It also means our student directory has been updated. All parents, both paid PTA members and non-members, should review their listing for correctness. You may choose to be listed or not and the level of detail included. Here's what you need to do:
- Go to https://clermontpta.
membershiptoolkit.com/ - If you need to create an account, click on the "Become a member!" button in the "Why join the PTA?" box on the right. Use the email that received this message so it's linked to the directory record. Make sure to verify the address by clicking the link in the email that you receive.
- Or, if you have an account already choose the "Login" link on the right end of the top menu. If you've forgotten your password there is an option to recover it.
- From Your Family's Account Page, complete the Parent and Student Information forms to update your contact records and the directory preferences. Please consider becoming a member of the PTA if you're not already. Just complete the Membership form also found on the Account page.
Take the Clermont PTA Virtual C.A.R.E. Pledge
12/17/2020 6:36 am
The P.T.A. is asking Clermont parents to take the virtual parents C.A.R.E. pledge! With most students still in a virtual setting, we hope that parents and teachers are able to continue to work together in the best way possible for our students. Stay tuned after winter break for more ways that parents can get involved and show they C.A.R.E.!
- Collaborate – Virtual parents collaborate with their fellow parents and with their teachers to keep students excited about learning. This happens through parental participation in classroom activities and through regular two-way communication to teachers and parents.
- Assist– Virtual parents assist their teachers by setting their child up for success. By teaching and enforcing digital etiquette with their children, all classroom students will get the most effective learning environment to succeed.
- Respect– Virtual parents respect that the virtual classroom is led by the teacher independently. Parents should refrain from communicating during the school day with the teachers over the virtual chat. This cooperation will enable teachers to lead their classrooms in the most effective manner.
- Engage – Virtual Parents are active participants in their child’s learning. Whether that be volunteering to monitor lunch or simply ensuring their students have all the needed supplies in their virtual learning space, all parents can engage
Yearbook Assistance Needed
12/10/2020 6:09 am
The PTA is exploring ways to still capture the 2020/2021 school year through our annual yearbook, and are looking for some creative individuals to help us make that happen! If you're interested in assisting, please reach out to Lisa Marie at vp-outreach@clermontpta.org.
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