Resources for Families
More Information
This is a list of some excellent resources and special education reference sites, where families can find more information about services for students with disabilities at school, as well as state and local policies.
Arlington Public Schools (APS) Parent Resource Center
APS Office of Special Education
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Parent Resource Center
FCPS Department of Special Services
Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) Special Education Parent Resource Center
ACPS Office of Specialized Instruction
Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) Special Education
Virginia Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC)
Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) Special Education
Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)
U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
The disAbility Law Center of Virginia (dLCV)
Learning Disabilities Association of America
In addition, Wendy Pizer’s “Disability Rights at School” blog highlights news, information and resources for families trying to navigate the world of special education.