Leadership

Description: Deaf 101 is a free online short course designed to provide basic knowledge and tools necessary to communicate effectively with deaf individuals, especially in educational and professional settings. The course is broken down into two modules: the first describes the spectrum of deaf identity and answers common questions about deaf people; the second provides participants with quick tips and strategies to communicate effectively with deaf people. You can take the course all at once or in...

Description: Registration The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) will offer the Fundamentals of Early Childhood Special Education Administration webinars. The purpose is to deliver targeted technical assistance to school division leaders who act as the program administrator for early childhood special education (ECSE) programs. Since each division is different, this may include directors, coordinators, specialists, lead teachers, or others serving in this capacity. This two-part series is specifically...

Description: Register for Just the Basics: Educating Young Children with ASD in Early Care and Education - This is a hands-on course where early childhood professionals will have multiple opportunities to assess their classroom practices and implement a variety of evidence-based practices for three main areas: environment, instruction, and interactions. The course will run from September 2023 to March 2024. It is estimated to take approximately 32 hours to complete. **Please note that this online offering is...

Description: Registration for one or more of the webinars in the Special Education Workshop Series - PEATC presents this virtual workshop series for parents and professionals who want to learn more about special education in Virginia. You can attend one, some, or all of these informative workshops! October 4th: From Referral to Eligibility October 18th: Anatomy of an IEP November 1st: Measurable IEP Goals November 15th: Ins and Outs of IEP Meetings December 6th: Dispute Resolution Options in Virginia...

Description: Registration - Inclusion of preschool aged children with disabilities in early childhood programs is supported through years of research and reinforced by a strong legal foundation. As such, the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is providing a webinar to assist school divisions in identifying, developing, and sustaining inclusive early childhood programs for children with Individualized Education Programs. The target audience is administrators and supervisors of programs that serve...

Description: Register for the Unconference - The Unconference will be an UNconventional one-day professional development to EXPLORE TOGETHER the UNtapped potential of our students with vision loss, hearing loss, and combined vision and hearing loss through our unique expertise and collective experience. Come with questions, spark ideas, expand rigor, and create connections to leave with a lasting impact on our students. Coffee and Connections at 9:00 AM with the Unconference beginning at 10:00 AM...

Description: The Division of Early Childhood Care and Education at the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) will offer the Quality for All: Series for School-based Preschool Programs. The purpose of this series is to deliver targeted technical assistance and professional development to leaders in school-based early childhood programs. This includes: School division leaders who act as the program administrator for Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) programs; School division leaders or local agency...

Description: Register for the ABC's of Behavior Nov. 16 at 6:00pm-  Become familiar with the ABCs of Behavior. Learn strategies to address challenging behavior. Gain a basic understanding of functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).

Description: Save the Date! Creating Connections to Shining Stars 2024 Creating Connections to Shining Stars is a collaborative effort between Virginia's Part C, Early Intervention and Part B, Preschool Special Education programs. The conference will focus on promoting and supporting the implementation of evidence-based practices in inclusive settings for infants, toddlers, and young children, both with and without disabilities.