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We have found these web site links to be especially helpful for finding information on a variety of topics that are often hard to find.
We have tried to make this list as accurate and up to date as possible. Keep in mind, however, that websites often move or may be under repair.
Center for Effective Collaboration and Practice
Prevention and early intervention strategies to improve positive behavior
Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (English & Spanish)
Systems needed for successful learning and social development of students
College Planning for Students with Learning Disabilities
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - RESOURCES
Career and Transition Services Transition Planning
UPDATED RESOURCES:
Transition Tool Kit for Parents
download entire document (33 pages, 437k),
Spanish version available
GETTING READY FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND BEYOND
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Colleges with Programs for Students with Learning Disabilities
http://www.college-scholarships.com/learning_disabilities.htm
A list of colleges with direct links to the support program at individual colleges and universities; it also
has links to training, technical colleges, scholarships and more.
LDOnline College and College Prep
http://www.ldonline.org/indepth/college
LDOnline College and College Prep link has information with advice on creating a successful
post-secondary experience.
National Association for College Admission Counseling
http://www.nacacnet.org/Pages/default.aspx
Student resources, publications & events
The HEATH Resource Center of George Washington University
The Heath Resource Center is an online clearinghouse on postsecondary education for individuals
with disabilities, with information on educational disability support services, policies, procedures,
adaptations, accessing college or university campuses, career-technical schools, and other
postsecondary training entities, as well as financial assistance, and scholarship information.
Think College
Think College offers information for Youth with Intellectual Disabilities.
US Department of Education
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/auxaids.html
Auxiliary Aids and Services for Postsecondary Students with Disabilities: Higher Education's Obligations Under Section 504 and Title II of the ADA
Publication by the Office for Civil Rights of the US Department of Education
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/transition.html
Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education: Know Your Rights and Responsibilities
Publication by the Office for Civil Rights of the US Department of Education
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/VDOE/sped/transition/collegeGuide2003.pdf
Virginia's College Guide for Students With Disabilities
Information on transitioning to college, requirements, and
school-specific information.
Virginia College Quest
http://www.vacollegequest.org/
Virginia Board for People with Disabilities sponsors this guide to college success for students with disabilities.
Virginia View
VA View has information about opportunities for post-secondary training and colleges in Virginia.
Asperger.net
Resources and support for parents, professionals and individuals on the spectrum. Expanded library of resources.
Free downloadable newsletter
Richard LaVoie
http://www.ricklavoie.com
Nationally-known expert on learning disabilities. Resources on social skills include
articles, videos and books.
Model Me Kids
Social Skills come alive with video modeling. Free downloadable social skills worksheets.
The Hidden Curriculum
http://www.autismnetwork.org/modules/social/hidden/index.html
Strategies, simulations and frequently asked questions on teaching and understanding the
hidden curriculum of social skills.
The Incredible 5-Point Scale
The Incredible 5-Point Scale provides strategies to help students understand and control their
emotional responses. Web site offers ideas, articles and book reviews.
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - RESOURCES:
Office of Special Education
Office of Student Services
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Awesome Library.org
http://www.awesomelibrary.org/Library/Special_Education/Individualized_Education_Plans.html
Awesome Library organizes 35,000 carefully reviewed resources, including the top
5 percent in education.
Kids as Self Advocates
Modeling skills for leadership and self-advocacy for students. Resources for parents and students.
Special Needs Kids Info
Extensive resources including Specialists, Therapists, Educational Consultants & Advocates
U.S. Department of Education
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/index.html
The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services
Virginia Department of Education
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/VDOE/sess/
Division of Special Education & Student Services
Wrightslaw
Information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - RESOURCES:
Instructional Services
www.fcps.edu/DIS/gt
Special Education Resources
www.fcps.edu/specialed.htm
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Educational Resources Information Center
www.hoagiesgifted.org
LD Online
www.ldonline.org
National Association for Gifted Learners
NEA: The Twice Exceptional Dilemma
http://www.nea.org/specialed/images/twiceexceptional.pdfTwice-Exceptional Newsletter
http://2enewsletter.com
Uniquely Gifted
www.uniquelygifted.org
Please be patient with us, as we have reorganized and are redesigning our web site (this is our temporary, interim site.) Thank you. |