PEATC Early Childhood

06/17/2026

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06/16/2026

06/16/2026

☀️ Welcome to PEATC’s Smart Start Summer Series!

Throughout the summer, we’ll be sharing tips, reminders, and resources to help families of students with disabilities prepare for the upcoming school year.

💡Today's Smart Start Tip: Summer break may mean a pause from the classroom, but it doesn't pause special education timelines. It can be a great time to prepare for a strong start to the new school year.

Need help understanding your child's plan or navigating the process? PEATC is here to help.

Connect with us today:
📞703-923-0010
📧[email protected]

06/16/2026

📅Save the Date! Our annual Parent and Youth Empowerment (PYE) Summit for Virginia high school students (ages 14-22) receiving special education IEP services and their parent(s) will be held on August 29, 2026.

Registration for first time attendees opens on July 7! If there are remaining tickets, registration will open to all starting July 21.

For more information, visit go.peatc.org/PYE26Reg

06/14/2026

We're here for you even when school is out. ☀️💙

Whether you're planning ahead for the fall, navigating services, or simply looking for answers, PEATC is committed to providing timely, personalized support whenever you need it.

"No matter when I reach out to set up an appointment, it's always within a reasonable timeframe. My questions and concerns are always addressed. And staff has been a tremendous help!"

06/12/2026

We're excited to introduce DocAccess, a new tool that makes many of our resources easier to access and navigate. With DocAccess, you can view the PDFs on our website in a more accessible format with features that support screen readers, customizable text displays, and improved document navigation.

AT PEATC, we are committed to making information accessible to all families. 💙

06/08/2026

There’s still time to join us for Connecting the Dots! ✨

Families of young children with developmental delays, disabilities, or additional support needs are invited to learn more about the New Path Family Support Network and the resources available to help families feel supported and connected.

Because no family should have to navigate the early years alone. 💜

📅 Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 12:30–1:00 PM EST

🔗 Save your spot here: go.peatc.org/CTDReg26

06/06/2026

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Save the Date: Sensory Disabilities Family Summit!

We’re excited to welcome families of children/youth (birth-21 years old) who are blind/ Vision impaired, Deaf/ Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind to connect with one another and resources!

✨ Richmond, VA: Sunday, August 30th, 12:00-4:00 PM

✨ Roanoke, VA: Sunday, September 13th, 12:00-4:00 PM

This is a FREE event!

Sign up for more information here: tinyurl.com/EdHubEvent

If you have questions or would like to connect over the summer, send us an email at [email protected]

06/06/2026

✨Did you know?✨

Extended School Year (ESY) decisions in Virginia aren’t based on just one thing. IEP teams must consider six different factors to determine if a student qualifies for ESY services to continue making progress.

Understanding how ESY decisions are made can help you be an informed member of your child's IEP team. Learn about eligibility, key factors IEP teams consider, and what ESY services may look like for students who qualify.

📖 Read more: go.peatc.org/esy-services

06/05/2026

PEATC had an amazing time at the International Early Childhood Inclusion Institute last week! 🎉

Huge shoutout to our Early Childhood Specialist, Kathleen, and her colleague, Erin from the Parent Network of WNY for their family-focused session. They shared invaluable insights on building strong partnerships with educators and providers and creating a sense of belonging for our children. 🙌