The Parent Resource Center is located at 2334 Gallows Road, Dunn Loring, VA 22027, 703-204-3941

Upcoming 2008 Workshops/Regional Activities: PRC/FCPS Co-Sponsored Workshops/Events more information > Regional and National Events/Conferences more information > Sports and Recreation activities more information > REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Please register for any of the following workshops, except where noted otherwise, by calling the Parent Resource Center at 703-204-3941 or emailing us at prc@fcps.edu. Include your telephone number with your email and enter the word registration in the subject line. Accommodations and interpreters are available for all workshops. Please let us know two weeks in advance if you need any of these services. To get the latest information about workshops, new books and materials, and events at the Parent Resource Center via email, sign on to Keep in Touch. This web-based communication tool is an option offered by Fairfax County Public Schools to provide parents with information about a variety of topics on a timely basis. To sign on, go to the homepage of Fairfax County Public Schools at http://www.fcps.edu. Click on Keep in Touch in the left-hand side green navigation box. Fill in the required information and mark Special Education Services. Note: When schools are closed, or if we have a late opening or early closing due to inclement weather, our workshops are cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date. Snow dates have been noted for selected workshops.

PRC/FCPS Co-Sponsored Workshops and Events:

Thursday Theatre at the Parent Resource Center!
May’s topic: "Look What You’ve Done!" at Aldrin ES

When: May 8, 2008, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: FCPS Parent Resource Center, Aldrin ES, 11375 Center Harbor Road, Reston, VA 20194. Map

This month we will use Dr. Robert Brooks’ DVD, “Look What You’ve Done!” to support a discussion on practical strategies to help reinforce self-esteem and motivation in children with learning disabilities and ADHD.

Please call 703-204-3941 or email prc@fcps.edu to register. Download flier.

This is a monthly series of free, informal events for parents. Seating is limited and registration is required. Refreshments are served.

What Am I Going to Do After High School?

Exploring Post-secondary Education Options:
A seminar for students with IEPs and their parents

When: May 13, 2008
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Where: Fairfax High School – Auditorium F123 Map

Do you know what your child will do after high school? Do they know what their options are? This presentation will help you and your child understand how to figure out the best options for their transition from high school. This seminar will help you explore post-secondary education options with your child and learn how to address issues such as accessing support services, documentation, and how to talk about disabilities.

You and your child can come and learn about a variety of education options and how to determine what’s best for them after high school including:

• 4-year and 2-year Colleges
• Technical Schools
• Apprenticeship Programs
• Military

Please call 703-204-3941 or email prc@fcps.edu to register (Subject line: Post-secondary Options).
This is a free event for parents and students. Seating is limited and registration is required. For additional information download the flier.

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Regional Events/Workshops/Conferences sponsored by local organizations:

Link to the Fairfax County Council of PTAs Special Education Calendar of Events

The PTSAs of Lake Braddock Secondary School, Robinson Secondary School and West Springfield High School Invite You to:

Pathways to Success:
Alternatives to Four Year College Resource Fair
When: May 8, 2008
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Where: West Springfield High School Cafeteria
6100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 Map

Explore the endless career & training opportunities that are available to students after high school graduation. This is a fabulous opportunity to guide yourself down the road to a successful future as you meet with representatives from area apprenticeship programs, companies, two-year residential colleges, technical schools, organizations & associations to learn about the endless post-secondary career opportunities that await you.

For additional information, download the flyer or Contact Margaret Fisher by email
jrosenthal2@cox.net or phone (703)968-2971.

Participants Include:
* Art Institute of Washington * AKS Massage School * Aviation Institute of Maintenance * Baldino’s Lock and Key * FCPS, Facilities Management * Fairfax County Police * Home Depot * National Court Reporters Association * Petco * Potomac State College of West Virginia * FCPS, Residential Construction Site * US Mechanical Trades School: Plumbers Local 5 Apprenticeship Program and Steamfitters Local 602 Apprenticeship Program * NVCC, Parks and Recreation program * One Stop Skill Source

Plus representatives from the government, the automotive industry, construction trades and more!

Celebrate Communication 2008

What better way to enjoy Better Hearing and Speech Month than to attend NVRC's Celebrate Communication 2008?

When: May 10, 2008, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: George Mason University, Center for the Arts on Saturday

This annual event is jam-packed with information, support and the latest in assistive technology. The Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and hard of Hearing Persons (NVRC) and the Helen A. Kellar Institute for Human disAbilities partner to provide a day of free activities and exhibits for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. In addition to information about non-profit groups and government agencies, there will be exhibits about relay services, innovative equipment, and cochlear implant technology. There will also be entertainment, artists and crafters, and activities for children.

For more information go to http://www.nvrc.org/content.aspx?page=388&section=4

SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now) also offers a variety of free, ongoing parenting programs that meet on a weekly basis throughout the year. Download the flyers at http://www.scanva.org/parentnurturing.htm.

Spanish-speaking parent support group in Arlandria (Cora Kelly Rec. Center, Tuesdays 10-11:30 AM)

Spanish-speaking parent support group in South Fairfax County (Sacramento Neighborhood Center, Mondays 10-11:30 AM)

English-speaking parent support group in Alexandria City (Fairlington United Methodist Church, Mondays 7-8:30 PM)

English and Spanish-speaking playgroup in Alexandria City (Center for Alexandria’s Children--new location!), Thursdays 10-11:30 AM)

Spanish-speaking playgroup in Arlandria (St. Rita Parish Center, Fridays 10-11:30 AM)

*Playgroups are for parents and children ages 0-5. No pre-registration is required. Parents and children do all activities together during the playgroups.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

Please register for any of the following workshops, except where noted otherwise, by calling the Parent Resource Center at 703-204-3941 or emailing us at prc@fcps.edu. Include your telephone number with your email and enter the word registration in the subject line. Accommodations and interpreters are available for all workshops. Please let us know two weeks in advance if you need any of these services.

**Note: When schools are closed, or if we have a late opening or early closing due to inclement weather, our workshops are cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date. Snow dates have been noted for selected workshops.

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Updated: 05/05/08