Register for Free Webinars and Events - Family Resource Center
Registration opens one month before each webinar. Sign up for our New You Choose newsletter to get an email when registration opens. Registrants will be provided a link by email on the morning of the webinar. Please register below to request an interpreter in a preferred language.
September
Back-to-School Toolkit: Proven Systems for Solving Disorganization, Procrastination, and Missed Deadlines with Ann Dolin
Unrelenting patterns of disorganization, procrastination, and late assignments wear down and discourage many parents of students (especially those with ADHD and other learning differences) as the school year grinds on. But it doesn’t have to be this way!
In this webinar, Ann will discuss:
- What a system is and why sustainable systems are game changers for kids
- Uncover which type of procrastinator your child is, from crisis-maker to dreamer, and get personalized solutions for each procrastination style
- How your child can effectively use a calendar system to combat procrastination and meet deadlines head-on
- Strategies to help your student maintain order with easy-to-implement organizational routines, like the Clean Sweep and Launching Pad
- Communication starters to develop a relationship of trust at the start of the school year and how to nurture it for a smooth academic journey
Join Educational Connections Founder and President Ann Dolin, M.Ed., an experienced author, educator, and advocate for this important webinar.
September 13, 2024 10-11 a.m.
The New Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP) Participation Decision-Making Tool: Information for Families of Students With Disabilities
Join the Office of Special Education Instruction for a live, virtual training event providing an overview of the new Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP) Participation Decision-Making Tool.
The overview will include background information regarding changes in the VAAP Participation Criteria Form, as well as information on the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team's implementation of the new tool.
Webinar Highlights:
- Learn about significant cognitive learning disabilities
- Implications of VAAP participation on your child
- The new VAAP Decision-Making Tool
Presented by: Join members of the Office of Special Education Instruction: Brittany Vigil: Senior Manager I; Extended School Year/Assessment, Michelle Henry, Educational Specialist, and Sarah Khalife, Educational Specialist
September 18, 2024 6:30-8 p.m.
September 19, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.
Setting Limits and Dealing With Dramatic Resistance
It's important to set limits, but sometimes when we try to set them, our kids don't follow them or it takes a tremendous amount of energy to enforce them.
In this webinar, you'll learn:
- How to set effective limits to reduce the likelihood of resistance.
- How to deal with dramatic reactions that do occur -- in a way that boosts your influence and your child's resilience.
Join Rachel Bailey, parenting expert and coach for this important webinar.
September 20, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m.
Nurturing Adolescent Growth: A Comprehensive 4-Part Series on Teen Development and Well-Being
Join us for a series of insightful sessions focusing on the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social aspects of teen development. Learn strategies to support resilience, mental health, and healthy boundaries, fostering a nurturing environment for adolescents to thrive.
- 9/27/24 - Part 1: Understanding Adolescent Development: The Physical, Emotional, and Cognitive Changes in Teens
Gain Insights into physical changes and understand the emotional fluctuations teens experience.
Dr. Unnatti Jain is a Certified Behavior Change Expert / TEDx speaker / Author / Keynote speaker and studies behavioral patterns. She works with parents and youth who struggle with issues such as doubt, anxiety, low self-esteem, confidence, and lack of a growth mindset. Her target audience is 12-26 years and parents.
October
SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!
The Sibshop workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with special needs to:
- Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting.
- Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs.
- Share sibling experiences and receive peer support.
- Play games and have fun!
October 4, 2024, 9 a.m.- noon
Jim Scott Community Center
3001 Vaden Dr.
Fairfax, VA 22031
Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services
SIBTEEN: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!
Attention FCPS parents!!! From the same people who brought you Sibshops, we are excited to introduce SibTeen!
SibTeen is a community-building group for Middle School siblings of children with disabilities. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences. SibTeen is a place where participants will feel validated and understood and can build upon their community of support. And…. there will be food!
October 4, 2024, 1-4 p.m.
Jim Scott Community Center
3001 Vaden Dr.
Fairfax, VA 22031
Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services
Benchmark Advance: the New K-6 Language Arts Curriculum
Join us for an overview of the new K-6 language arts curriculum. This will include background information regarding the Benchmark Advance and how this program is organized to ensure evidence-based literacy instruction for all K-6 students.
Webinar Highlights:
- What is evidence-based literacy instruction?
- What is The Benchmark Advance and its cross-curricular units?
- Provided scaffolds and supports for students with disabilities
Join the FCPS Instructional Services Department and FCPS Office of Special Education Instruction for this important webinar.
October 8, 2024, 6:30-8 p.m.
October 9, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m.
Math is Everywhere! Talking to Your Children about Mathematics
Join the FCPS Elementary Math Team to discuss ways to engage your children in mathematics.
During our time together we will highlight books, games, and other materials that assist you in talking about mathematics with your child throughout the
day.
Teaching math to your children doesn’t have to be intimidating. This webinar will provide concrete examples for caregivers with ideas to spark math joy.
October 18, 2024, 10-11:30 A.M.
Transitioning with confidence - Collaborating with the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
DARS’ Division of Rehabilitative Services(DRS) works together with students, youth, families, schools and community agencies and organizations to provide services that promote successful transitions from school to work and adult life.
DRS offers two sets of services to help students with disabilities move from school to post-school life: pre-employment transition services (Pre-ETS) and vocational rehabilitation (VR) transition services.
- Job Exploration
- Work-based Learning
- Education and Training Options
- Workplace Readiness
- Self-Advocacy
October 25, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.
Connect with Us!
