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January 2023 Issue

Happy New Year!

Online Course: Just the Basics:

Educating Young Children with ASD in Early Care

and Education

VCU-ACE

January 16-March 27, 2023

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This course is designed for early childhood care and education professionals who want to expand their knowledge of best practices for young children with ASD. Families and community members are also welcome to take this course. This course is designed to be the first step in pursuing goals towards improved practices in early care and education for young children with ASD.

Register for Just the Basics: Educating Young Children with ASD in Early Care and Education

NEW - Special Education Complaint Toolkit

PEATC

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This toolkit was designed to help parents understand the Special Education Administrative Complaint process for dispute resolution. The toolkit provides detailed information on everything you need to know about why, when, and how to file a complaint and it helps you prepare for the process.

Special Education Complaint Toolkit

Social Wellness Toolkit

National Institute of Health

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From the time you’re born, your relationships help you learn to navigate the world. You learn how to interact with others, express yourself, conduct everyday health habits, and be a part of different communities from those around you. Positive social habits can help you build support systems and stay healthier mentally and physically.

Explore the Social Wellness Toolkit

Survey: How to Improve DD Services and Supports

in Virginia

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

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The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) is seeking your input and participation in determining actions that can be taken to improve the DD system of supports and services in Virginia. We are asking individuals and families to answer the questions in the survey.

Complete Survey: How to Improve DD Services and Supports in VA

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