PEATC Transition Resources

10/29/2026

💬 Have questions about employment rights and workplace accommodations? Tomorrow is your chance to get answers!

Join PEATC for the FINAL session of our interactive Town Hall series with Jonathan Martinis, Esq., a nationally recognized disability rights expert!

This FREE virtual session will focus on Employment Rights & Workplace Accommodations, giving participants the opportunity to ask questions, gain valuable information, and better understand rights and protections for individuals with disabilities in the workplace.

✨ This isn't your typical webinar! Come ready to ask questions, join the conversation, and get the information you need.

📅 October 30
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM ET

🔗 Register now: https://go.peatc.org/townhall-reg

10/29/2026

If your child is on the waitlist for the DD Waiver, make sure to complete the application for IFSP Funding by tomorrow, October 30th at 11:59 pm.

Reminder: The IFSP-Funding Portal will close next Friday, October 30th at 11:59 p.m.

There's still time for you to complete and submit your application! Read our message here: https://conta.cc/3W4zjjs

🔗 Find this and other IFSP-Funding announcements on our IFSP-Funding Announcement Archives, which is linked from the My Life, My Community IFSP-Funding page: mylifemycommunityvirginia.org/ifsp-funding
☎️ Need help before October 30? from My Life, My Community operators on our toll-free line at 844-603-9248 (Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).

10/28/2026

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10/28/2026

It's Newsletter Wednesday! 🎊 Every other Wednesday, we share helpful resources, upcoming events, and practical information for families and professionals supporting students with disabilities. Be sure to subscribe to our newseltter so you never miss an update!

This week, we are highlighting "College Access: Disability Rights After High School."

Heading to college is an exciting milestone, but did you know that disability rights and accommodations work differently after high school? Students with disabilities still have important legal protections in college, but the process for receiving accommodations changes, and students take on more responsibility for requesting the supports they need. Understanding these differences before graduation can help students and families feel more prepared for the transition.

🔗 Check out the factsheet: go.peatc.org/college-access
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10/27/2026

💙 Stronger connections start with trust, collaboration, and understanding!

Join PEATC in partnership with Norfolk Public Schools Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and Parent Resource Center for Building Bonds, Breaking Barriers, and Engaging Families of Children with Disabilities, a FREE virtual workshop focused on strengthening family engagement in education.

Together, we'll explore practical tools and strategies to build trust, overcome barriers, and create more welcoming and inclusive environments for families. Participants will also learn ways to foster meaningful collaboration and make IEP meetings more student- and family-centered.

📅 Thursday, December 3, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM ET

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or professional, this workshop offers valuable insights to help build stronger partnerships that support students with disabilities.

🔗 Register today: https://go.peatc.org/4hkyyebb

10/26/2026

📅 Looking for opportunities to learn, connect, and feel more empowered? PEATC has some great events coming up!

This week, we're wrapping up October with the final session of our Town Hall Series, followed by more opportunities to learn and grow in November! 💙

Whether you're navigating special education, exploring workplace rights, or looking for ways to advocate more confidently, PEATC is here to provide information, resources, and support!

🔗 Explore these events and more at peatc.org/events

10/25/2026

💡Understanding special education starts with knowing your rights, the process, and what to expect along the way!

There's still time to register for "Understanding Special Education," a free virtual workshop hosted by PEATC in partnership with JBLE Langley School Liaison Program Manager, Terrilyn Williams!

Whether you're new to special education or looking to strengthen your understanding, this workshop will walk families through the process in Virginia, from initial referrals and eligibility to IEP development and services. You'll also learn about your rights and how to participate confidently as an equal member of your child's educational team.

📅 Thursday, November 19, 2026
⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 PM ET

🔗 Register today: https://go.peatc.org/reg-sped26

10/23/2026

🎓 What's next after high school? Explore the possibilities!

Planning for life after graduation can bring lots of questions, but there are resources and opportunities to help students with disabilities explore their next steps!

Next Steps Day: Charting Your Path Beyond High School is a FREE event designed to help students with disabilities learn more about college, trade programs, and other educational opportunities after graduation.

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with college and training representatives, meet community organizations, and participate in informative sessions focused on preparing for life after high school. Families are welcome to attend, too!

📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Radford University, Radford, VA

🔗 Register by October 30: https://bit.ly/NextStepsDay

📢 PEATC is sharing this statewide opportunity as a resource for students with disabilities and their families. This is not a PEATC-hosted event.

10/23/2026

🎃 Halloween is for everyone, and a little planning and understanding can help make the celebration more inclusive and accessible for all! 👻🧡

Whether you're welcoming trick-or-treaters to your door or planning Halloween activities with your family, small changes can make a big difference.

For Welcoming Trick-or-Treaters:
🔸Costumes are optional.
🔸Be creative! Offer non-food treats.
🔸If possible, make your treat area accessible.
🔸Skip the flashing lights.
🔸Welcome all communication styles.
🔸Halloween is for all ages.
🔸Describe your treats.
🔸Give people time to choose.

For Welcoming Trick-or-Treaters:
🔸Costumes are optional.
🔸Be creative! Offer non-food treats.
🔸If possible, make your treat area accessible.
🔸Skip the flashing lights.
🔸Welcome all communication styles.
🔸Halloween is for all ages.
🔸Describe your treats.
🔸Give people time to choose.

Share these tips with friends, family, and neighbors to help make your community a more inclusive place this Halloween!

10/22/2026

✨Turning 18 is an important milestone, bringing new rights, responsibilities, and decisions. For individuals with disabilities and their families, understanding what changes at adulthood and what support options are available can make this transition feel less overwhelming.

Join PEATC in partnership with The Arc of Greater Prince William and Prince William County Public Schools Parent Resource Center for a VIRTUAL session of "Turning 18 in Virginia: What Individuals with Disabilities Need to Consider!"

This workshop will help families better understand the legal, financial, medical, and educational decisions that come with turning 18 and explore important considerations for planning ahead.

📅 Thursday, November 19, 2026
⏰ 6:00 – 7:30 PM ET
💻 Virtual via Zoom (will not be recorded)

🔗 Register here: https://go.peatc.org/yckkjjrt