Parent and Guardian
Resources
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SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCEDURAL SAFEGUARDS REQUIREMENTS
All parents and guardians of children who receive special education have rights under the Virginia Department of Education Division of Special Education and Student Services. If you would like assistance going over your rights, you may reach out to your school district, child’s school, or a special education advocate. Click Here to view Parent Rights in Virginia
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Developmental Delay: Why the age of eligibility changed from ages 2 through 8, inclusive to 2 through 6.
Response to Intervention: What is it?
Secondary Transition: Why do we need to plan:?
Visit the Virginia Department of Education for more information.
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PARENT OMBUDSMAN IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
An Ombudsman is a person who serves as a designated neutral party who advocates for a fair process and provides confidential, informal assistance and support to parents, guardians, advocates, educators, and students with disabilities. The Parent Ombudsman for Special Education serves as a resource to parents in non-legal special education matters.
CONTACT
Toll Free: 800-422-2083
Email: SpecialEducationOmbudsman@doe.virginia.gov
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VA Family Special Education Connection: Click Here
This website provides a one-stop-shop for parents, families and caregivers of children with special needs. Parents and families can and do make a difference in their child's education.
This incorporation specializes & promotes Equitable Special Education Advocacy Services for Neurodiverse Students attending public schools. We provide direct and individualized special education advocacy services for parents frustrated by the special education process.
Dignity in Schools: Click Here
A non-profit organization who envisions a public school system that values students, parents and communities as decision-makers with a fundamental human right to shape their education.
Virginia Fairfax SEPTA: Click Here
A Special Education PTA (SEPTA) is a PTA organization affiliated with the State and National PTA but specifically established to address the unique needs of special education, special needs, and disabled students and families. Learn more about why a Special Education PTA is, and why your school may need one!