The Arc South of the James

08/11/2026

Ready or not, here they grow! 🪴💚

Watching your child learn and grow brings exciting changes—and sometimes questions along the way. Join PEATC and the Colonial Heights Public Schools Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) for an IN-PERSON workshop focused on understanding developmental milestones and supporting your child’s growth.

We’ll explore the different areas of child development, share helpful resources, and discuss what families can do when they have concerns about their child’s development.

📅 Thursday, September 24, 2026
🕓 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 North Elementary School, Colonial Heights

Refreshments and on-site childcare will be provided by CHPS.

Come learn, ask questions, and leave with practical information to help support your child as they grow. 🌼

Register today: go.peatc.org/ready-grow26

08/10/2026

08/03/2026

Looking to better understand the special education process? PEATC's Special Education Webinar Series is here to help!

Join us for a series of free webinars designed to help families build their knowledge of special education, better understand the IEP process, and gain practical strategies to advocate with confidence.

📚 Topics include:
✔️ August 26 - From Referral to Eligibility
✔️ September 9 - Keys to a Strong IEP
✔️ September 23 - Measurable IEP Goals
✔️ October 7 - Ins and Outs of IEP Meetings
✔️ October 21 - Cracking the Code: 504s and IEPs

All sessions are virtual and take place on Wednesdays from 6:30–7:45 p.m. ET (sessions range from 45 minuts to 1.5 hours).

Participants are not required to attend all sessions and are welcome to register for the topics that best meet their needs or join us for the full series!

📲 Register today: go.peatc.org/SPED-26reg

07/28/2026

✨Don't miss your chance to enroll in IEP University!

Registration is still open for this free, self-paced online training from PEATC and the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE). Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or professional, IEP University is designed to help you better understand the special education process and build confidence in navigating IEP meetings.

✅ Learn about the IEP process and document
✅ Gain practical strategies for collaboration
✅ Complete the training on your own schedule
✅ Access the course anytime between August 3–24

⏰ The course opens August 3 and remains available through August 24. The training takes approximately 6 hours to complete and can be worked on at your own pace throughout the three-week session.

Register today: go.peatc.org/iepu-aug26

07/22/2026

The Children’s Hospital Cafeteria (located in the Children’s Tower) is now offering after-hours meals and snacks for patient families and team members, delivered right to your floor! Order between 7 – 9 p.m. via the Instaeat app or website: https://bit.ly/4fNIOL8

07/16/2026

Advocates in Virginia worked hard to keep the SSDI disregard in place, and YOU DID IT! But what is the SSDI Disregard, exactly? Check out our explainer below, scan the QR code or visit the link for more details!
thearcofva.org/developmental-disabilities-waiver

07/15/2026

As of July 1st, 2026, there are new reimbursement rates for the DD and CCC Plus waivers. You can also find these rate sheets on our website!

DD WAIVER RATES
https://d2r0txsugik6oi.cloudfront.net/neon/resource/thearcofva/files/sfy27-my-life-my-community-rate-file-updated-6-26-26.pdf

CCC PLUS WAIER RATES
https://d2r0txsugik6oi.cloudfront.net/neon/resource/thearcofva/files/cccplus-waiver-web-file-6-29-2026.pdf

07/07/2026

🎉 Registration for the 2026 Parent and Youth Empowerment (PYE) Summit is OPEN for first-time attendees! 🎉

This exciting event is designed for Virginia students ages 14–22 receiving special education services and their parents, offering opportunities to learn, connect, and build skills for the future.

📅 Registration is open today, July 7, for first-time attendees ONLY.
⏳ If spaces remain available, registration will open to all interested participants on July 21.

Don't miss your chance to be part of this empowering experience!

Learn more and register today: go.peatc.org/PYE26Reg