Presentation by Lisa Guernsey - Director, Learning Technologies Project, New America and Author of Tap, Click, READ: Growing Readers in a World of Screens
Wednesday, January 4, 6:30-8pm
MacArthur Elementary School, Janney’s Lane, Alexandria, VA
Have you ever wondered how technology can support your growing reader? Do you want to make sense of the app explosion?
Prescriptions to Combat Disorganization and Procrastination
Thursday, January 5, 2017: 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Wakefield High School Auditorium
1325 S. Dinwiddie Street, Arlington, VA 22206
Presented by Ann Dolin, M.Ed.
Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs
Friday, January 6, 2017
10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Dunn Loring Center for Parent Services, 2334 Gallows Road, Entrance 1 – Room 100
Dunn Loring, VA 22027
Learn strategies for improving this skill, the importance of it in children’s lives and activities to promote this evidence-based executive functioning skill. Register online now
“Why Don’t My Kids Listen to Me?”
Saturday, January 7, 2pm
Montessori School of Mc Lean, 1711 Kirby Rd, McLean, VA 22101
Presented by PEP parenting
To register call 301-929-8824 or go to www.pepparent.org
A Fresh Perspective on Medication Intervention for ADHD and Autism
Monday, January 9, 7:30pm-9pm.
McLean Bible Church Community Room B (first floor) 8925 Leesburg Pike Vienna, VA 22182
Guest Speaker:Joni Johnson, Pediatric Partners for Attention and Learning
Many parents fear the diagnosis of ADHD and Autism because of the medications recommended for treatment. This fear can be lessened through detailed and practical information provided by an experienced prescribing physician. Let's start the conversation and cover everything you ever wanted to know about medications and determine if and what medication may be right for your child.
The lecture is free and open to everyone.
To RSVP (appreciated, but not required): Emily.Johnson@mcleanbible.org
Your Child’s Transition from PreK to Kindergarten
Wednesday,
January 11, 2017
Morning Session: 10:30am to 11:30am
Integration Station at Reed, 1644 N. McKinley Road, Arlington, VA 22205
Evening Session: 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Boulevard, Room 171, Arlington, VA 22204
Transition: Services for Students with Disabilites on a Non-Traditional Path
Wednesday, January 11, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Rotunda mtg room, T.C. Williams High School, 3330 King St. Alexandria, VA
The goal of this workshop is to provide students with disabilities and their parents information about key agencies and programs as they prepare to transition to post-secondary education, training, employment and independent living.
To register: call 703-824-0129 or E-Mail:: janet.reese@acps.k12.va.us
Developing Self-Motivation in Students with Social and Self Regulatory Difficulties
Wed. Jan. 11, 7:30 - 9:00 pm.
Auburn School, 3800 Concorde Pkwy. Suite 500, Chantilly, VA
Some children with disabilities experience difficulty with motivation, self-regulation, attention, stress, and sleep. This lecture will focus on how to help kids meet their goals and manage stress.
Register; http://www.theauburnschool.
Redrawing the Lines: Neurodiversity: A Compass for the Changing World
Wednesday, January 11, 7:30pm-9pm
The Lab School of Washington, 4759 Reservoir Road, NW | Washington, DC 20007-1921
Jonathan Mooney, Speaker, Author, Education Activist, Learning Disabilities Advocate
Author of “Learning Outside the Lines” and “The Short Bus, a Journey Beyond Normal”, Co-Founder of Eye to Eye, mentoring program for students with learning differences.
“Why Don’t My Kids Listen to Me?”
Thursday, January 12, 7:30pm
Oakwood School, 7210 Braddock Rd., Annandale, VA
Presented by PEP parenting
To register call 301-929-8824 or go to www.pepparent.org
Fusion Academy Open House: Explore, Learn and Engage with Us 1:1
Thursday, January 12, 6-8pm
Fusion Academy Alexandria 333 John Carlyle Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Getting to Know ASNV: Autism Society of Northern Virginia
Tuesday, January 17, 8:45 – 9:45 am
ASNV 10467 White Granite Drive, 3rd Floor, Oakton, VA
Learn about the ASNV's programs, mission, and vision for the future! Hear from program participants about how ASNV has changed their lives.
RSVP: email Elizabeth at development@asnv.org
Thursday, January 19, 6:30pm-8:30pm
LCPS Admin Bldg., 21000 Education Ct., Ashburn, VA
Workshop hosted by Loudoun County Public Schools Parent Resource Services, sponsored by FFF, Ashburn. FLYER here.
Learn about:
· Importance of play for young children
· Therapeutic powers of play for all young children
Learn how to play with young children to:
· Build their confidence
· Increase problem solving skills
· Create positive adult/child relationships that result in improved behavior
Hosted by Parent Resource Services and sponsored by Formed Families Forward. To Register call 571-252-6540, go to http://lcps.org/
ABA Workshop on Transitioning to Middle School
Wednesday, January 25,
morning session: 10:00 am,
evening session: 7:00 - 8:30 pm.
Gatehouse Adm. Ctr. Rm. 3050, 8115 Gatehouse Rd, Falls Church, VA
This workshop is for parents of students with autism, intellectual disabilities, or physical disabilities.
Register: Send name and contact info to Liane Sprunk, lsprunk@fcps.edu or 571 423-4110
Autism Parent Education Series Topic: Toileting Skills
Wednesday, January 25, 7pm to 8pm
Syphax Education Center, First Floor, Arlington, VA 22207
Strategies for Emotional and Behavioral Challenges
Wednesday, January 25, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Mount Vernon Community School Library, Mt. Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA
Appropriate for parents of students of all ages, this workshop is designed to provide parents with practical tools to de-escalate problem behaviors and to achieve peace at home. Parents will learn how to break the cycle of power struggles caused by resistance and refusal, and gain strategies to rebuild trust. Presented by Erin Stone, Ph.D., ACPS Autism and Behavior Coordinator.
For more information contact Janet Reese, 703-824-0129, janet.reese@acps.k12.va.us
Supports for Secondary Students with Dyslexia
Wednesday, January 25, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Dunn Loring Ctr. for Parent Serv. Entr. 1, 2334 Gallows Rd. Dunn Loring, VA
Tech Thursday - Google Docs
Thursday, January 26,
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Dunn Loring Center for Parent Services, 2334 Gallows Road, Entrance 1 – Rm 100, Dunn Loring, VA
Come explore how Fairfax County Public Schools uses Google Apps for Education to support student achievement. Bring your own computer if you would like to build an account and follow along! FCPS Assistive Technology Services will teach the creative and easy tools and supports available through Google Docs. Register online now!
Super Sibs Club Sibshop
Thursday, January 26, 4pm to 6:00pm
Langston Community Center, 2121 N. Culpeper Street Arlington, VA 22207
Super Sibs Club is a series of Sibshops – peer recreation and support sessions for students, Grades 2-5, who have brothers or sisters with disabilities, special needs, and/or significant health issues. Donations to cover the costs of snacks and materials are requested as follows – $10.for 4 hour sessions (includes lunch) and $5 for 2 h
our sessions (includes snacks). Sibshops are co-sponsored by Arlington Public Schools Parent Resource Center (PRC) and Arlington PRCR – Therapeutic Recreation. Registration is REQUIRED. Register here, or call 703.228.7239.
Coffee & Connections with the Head of School
Thursday, January 26, 9-10am
Fusion Academy Alexandria 333 John Carlyle Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Raising Your Kids by Keeping Your Cool
Friday, January 27,
10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Dunn Loring Center for Parent Services, 2334 Gallows Road, Entrance 1 – Rm 100, Dunn Loring, VA
Do your children know they have a secure place in your family? Do you set a "place" for them in your family? Do you focus on yourself first? Join us to learn strategies to create a place and become the cool, calm and connected parent your child really needs. Screamfree gives you the tools to stay cool during life's challenging moments. Screamfree parenting: Peace begins with pause. Register online now!
RECURRING AND ONGOING EVENTS
Autism Acceptance Night @ Flight
Tuesdays 5:00pm-7:00pm
Flight Trampoline Park, 7200 Fullerton Road, Springfield, VA 22150
JCCNV Special Needs Parent Support Group
1st Wed. of each month, 7:00–8:30 pm
Youth and Young Adults: Stronger Together
Alternate Tuesdays, October 4 through May 2017, 6:30-8:00 pm in Fairfax., VA
Sponsored by Formed Families Forward, this peer-to-peer support group for youth ages 14 - 22 meets twice a month through May. Parents, caregivers and guardians meet at the same time. Register: formedfamiliesforwa
ACPS Monthly Support Group for Parents of Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities
Wednesdays: Jan. 11, Feb. 8, Mar. 8, Apr. 6, May 10 and June 14, 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Parent Resource Center, Minnie Howard Campus of T. C. Williams High School, Room 134
3801 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA
Please join us for support, strategies and conversation.
For more information, contact Janet Reese, ACPS Parent Support Specialist, janet.reese@acps.k12.va.us, or Courtney Davis, Ph.D., ACPS Parent Resource Center Coordinator, courtney.davis@acps.k12.va.us, 703-824-0129.
Monthly Support Group for Parents of Young Children Receiving Special Education Services (Preschool-First Grade) in ACPS
Tuesdays Jan.10, Feb. 7, Mar. 7, Apr. 4, May 2 and June 6, from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Parent Resource Center, Minnie Howard Campus of T. C. Williams High School, Room 134
3801 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA
Please join us for support, strategies and conversation.
For more information, contact Janet Reese, ACPS Parent Support Specialist, janet.reese@acps.k12.va.us, or Courtney Davis, Ph.D., ACPS Parent Resource Center Coordinator, courtney.davis@acps.k12.va.us, 703-824-0129.
West Fairfax CHADD Parent Support Group
1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7:30 pm
Room 201 at Fairfax Church of Christ, 3901 Rugby Road, Fairfax, VA 22033
Support Group for Middle School Students with ADHD
1st Sunday of each month, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
4031 Univ. Dr Fairfax, VA (enter on South St.)
No parents!
Support Group for High School Students with ADHD
1st Sunday of each month, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
4031 Univ. Dr., Fairfax, VA (enter on South St.) No parents!
NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Works to build better lives for those affected by mental illness.
Oakton Family Support Group
1st Thurs. of each month, 7:30-9:00 pm
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax, Room 9, 2709 Hunter Mill Rd., Fairfax, VA
Alexandria Family Support Group
2nd Wednesday of the month, 7:30-9:00 pm,
First Christian Church of Alexandria, 2723 King St., Alexandria, VA
Springfield Family Support Group
4th Thur. of each month 7:00-8:30 pm
For other Family Support Groups visit http://www.nami-
OCD Family Support Group
1st Monday of the Month, 7:30pm – 9:30pm
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 4000 Lorcom, Lane, Arlington, VA
For family and friends of those with obsessive compulsive disorder.
POAC: Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia
Bimonthly Support Group
