NEW PAGE ON LEADS: Inclusive Classroom Profile (ICP)
The Inclusive Classroom Profile (ICP) is a structured observation rating scale designed to assess the quality of classroom practices that support the developmental needs of children 2½ - 5 years of age with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in inclusive early childhood settings. This page contains resources for program leaders to learn more about the twelve evidence-based practices included in the ICP, as well as information about how to implement the tool to improve inclusive practices in their program or setting.
Early Childhood Special Education Beginning Educator Support and Training (ECSE BEST) Four days, June 23-June 26 The ECSE BEST is a four-day academy designed for early-career (0-3 years) early childhood special education teachers. Participants will learn about components of the special education process as well as evidence-based strategies that address the unique needs of young children with disabilities. Academy sessions will address the essentials of teaching ECSE including promoting...
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This 3-part webinar series is intended for new ECSE administrators, new special education directors or those who would like a refresh on topics related to ECSE administration. The series will cover important topics, including an overview of Early Childhood and ECSE programs; delivering inclusive practices in Early Childhood Care and Education programs; ECSE Indicator data; and Virginia Quality Birth through Five (VQB5). Participants are encouraged to attend all three sessions. Dates: August 21,...
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Register for the Parent Institute - Whether you’re new to special education or have been to several IEP meetings but still feel unsure—PEATC’s Parent Institute is designed just for you. Apply today for our in-person, two-day training!This program is an essential first step in navigating the complicated special education system with confidence. You’ll gain valuable insights into the special education process, discover a wealth of resources, and connect...
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With the prevalence of ASD on the rise, the Virginia Commonwealth University Rehabilitation Research and Training Center Autism Center for Education (VCU-RRTC-ACE) is dedicated to providing Virginia public school divisions with essential supports that help students with ASD thrive, both at home and in educational settings. Check out their April newsletter here to learn more: ACE in Action - April 2025
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The VDOE Department of Special Populations and Board Operations has released its updated Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans: Guidelines for Effective Development and Implementation. This document has been updated based on guidance from the U. S. Department of Education. These guidelines also replace the 2015 version and aim to assist Virginia school divisions in implementing effective functional behavior assessment (FBA) and behavior intervention plan (BIP) processes...
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VDOE TTAC ECSE CONTACTS
There are six Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Training and Technical Assistance Centers (TTAC) across the Commonwealth of Virginia that serve professionals in their local areas. Want to know who your ECSE Contacts are?
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The Readiness Connection, a newsletter for Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) professionals from the Virginia Department of Education, is sent out weekly. As we continue to move toward greater unification and shared ownership across agencies and funding streams, this newsletter includes statewide updates as well as program-specific information. Archived Readiness Connection newsletters can be found here.
To ensure you receive each issue, sign up here to receive weekly updates from VDOE on early childhood news and updates.
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