VDOE_SESS is a service of the Virginia Department of Education’s Department of Special Education and Student Services.
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Jun 12
Your feedback can make a difference! If your child has an IEP, take the Special Education Parent Involvement Survey to help shape better services for students with disabilities. Available in multiple languages.
Visit: bit.ly/4mKKMhf
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ALT Special Education Parent Involvement Survey SY 2025-2026
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Jun 5
Make informed decisions about your child’s education. Join our two-session Virtual Critical Decision Points training on July 29 and August 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. Space is limited and priority goes to first-time participants.
Register: bit.ly/4dJNAbQ
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May 29
Big education decisions can feel overwhelming.
The VDOE Critical Decision Points one-pager library helps families of students with disabilities know what choices to make and when.
Explore the resources today: bit.ly/4jNFu1t
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May 22
Parents, stay connected!
Sign up for the VDOE Information for Families of Children with Disabilities newsletter & get important special education updates & resources delivered straight to your inbox: bit.ly/4dAuOly
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May 18
Help shape special education in Virginia!
The Board of Education is looking for parent nominees from Regions 2, 5, and 6 to serve on the State Special Education Advisory Committee.
Send your nomination by 5 p.m. on May 22: bit.ly/43lBEGV
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May 15
Mental Health Awareness Month is here! Let’s break stigma, uplift one another, & promote early support for mental well‑being. Every Virginian deserves to thrive.
NAMI: bit.ly/4dIsTwC
MHA: bit.ly/42zcg0k
VDOE: bit.ly/3RGGVWY
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May 8
Sign up for our May trainings:
Early Childhood Academy: bit.ly/4tWkOdA
SEAC Self-Paced: bit.ly/4tWbuGG
SEAC Online LIVE: bit.ly/4euzFHf
Building Strong Parent Advocates: bit.ly/48Ikpmw
IEP University: bit.ly/4n9cncp
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May 1
Grow your special education knowledge with FREE online modules. Topics include:
💻Evaluation for Related Services
💻Prior Written Notice
💻Placement & Services
💻Back to Basics: Special Education Law
Visit: bit.ly/4n130vj
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Apr 24
Got a child with an IEP? @VDOE_News wants your input! Take the Special Education Parent Involvement Survey to help improve services for students with disabilities! It’s quick & available in multiple languages on the VDOE website at: bit.ly/4mKKMhf
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Apr 17
Explore the VDOE’s Virginia Family’s Special Education Guide web page to access one‑pagers that help families understand five key components of special education regulations and processes.
👉bit.ly/4mBkxd1
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VDOE_SESS retweeted
Apr 15
Today, @GovernorVA "Purpled Up!" with VDOE staff and representatives from multiple state agencies on #PurpleUPDay to show support and thank military children for their strength and sacrifices. #MOTMC
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Apr 10
New resource for families! “Promoting Mental Wellness for Students with Disabilities in Cell Phone-Free Schools” offers guidance to support students’ unique needs & helps them thrive in cell phone-free learning environments. Visit: bit.ly/4cA58GA
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Apr 3
April is the Month of the Military Child! Join us as we recognize & honor the resilience, sacrifices, and unique challenges faced by the over 1.6 million children of United States service members. @VDOE_News #MOTMC #MilitaryFamilies
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ALT Month of the Military Child Virginia Department of Education April 2026
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Mar 27
Transition Across the Grade Span: From Pre-K to Post-Grad helps families navigate self-determination, education, employment, & independent living, supporting children with disabilities every step of the way.
Plan for success 👉 bit.ly/3NSjyrY
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Mar 20
Time is winding down!
Don’t miss your chance to join the March session of Building Strong Parent Advocates. This is your opportunity to gain valuable tools & strengthen your voice as a parent advocate.
Closes March 23 @ 5 p.m. 👉bit.ly/4splCHd
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Mar 13
PEATC, in partnership with VDOE, is offering a self-paced SEAC Training! Learn VA SPED regs, SEAC roles, & tips to build a stronger, more effective advisory committee. Open now until March 23. Register & strengthen your local SEAC: bit.ly/4baQXaw
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Mar 6
The next session of IEP University has started! Register now for clear, practical guidance on IEP development & meetings. Access webinars, discussion boards, resources, & supplemental materials built for families & professionals.
👉bit.ly/3MLTmz0
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VDOE_SESS retweeted
Mar 4
Happy National School Social Work Week! VDOE recognizes school social workers for their unique contributions in helping students achieve academic success. As mental health professionals, school social workers are vital in supporting students’ needs to optimize their learning.
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Feb 27
Join the Early Childhood Academy! This 7-hour course helps families of children with disabilities learn how parents are first teachers, with tools to support early learning and prepare for kindergarten & beyond.
Register today: bit.ly/4aECYcz
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