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To request ADA accommodations and/or language interpretation for a Parent Resource Center event, please contact us at 703-228-7239 or [email protected] at least 7 days prior to event.
The Parent Resource Center events have concluded for the 24-25 school year, but we will continue to post updates on community events during the summer on this page. Please check back in August for our 25-26 Fall offerings!
COMMUNITY PARTNER WEBINARS/VIRTUAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES and MEETINGS
The events included below are shared for informational purposes, and listing may not be inclusive of all available community learning opportunities and inclusion of opportunities does not reflect endorsement by Arlington Public Schools.
Arlington County Events
Therapeutic Recreation Corner
Office: 703-228-4740
TTY: 711
Email:[email protected]
Follow TR on Facebook!
- Visit the Therapeutic Recreation Facebook page to see recreational activities posted weekdays that can help you practice your skills or develop new skills ones. Their daily themes are:
- Monday: Self-Regulation skills
- Tuesday: Fine motor skills
- Wednesday: Gross motor skills
- Thursday: Communication skills
- Friday: Social skills
Parenting Wisely
Parenting Wisely, for parents/guardians of children ages 6 to 11. This self-paced course is available 24/7, online, in English and Spanish.
Parenting Wisely English flyer
Parenting Wisely Spanish flyer
Support Group for Parents/Caregivers Affected by Youth Substance Use Connect with others who are coping with the challenges of supporting a youth who has substance use concerns. This virtual group is facilitated by Children’s Behavioral Health specialists, including a Family Support Partner and meets every other Thursday at 5:00 pm, starting on March 13. Support Group English flyer
Reoccurring programs: Visit here to learn more and sign up.
- TRUST TALK TUESDAYS
These small group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts and futures planning. Questions pertaining to general disability issues in regards to future financial planning are welcome. - CHAT WITH AN ATTORNEY
Parents can schedule a free 45-minute meeting with an attorney to receive advice and guidance on any number of special education topics for their student. - BASICS of MEDICAID WAIVER
In this one hour presentation, Lucy Beadnell, Director of Advocacy, will review what Waivers are, services Waivers offer, how to apply, and give tips for families on waiting lists for services. - Building Independence with the TFIL Team
The Tech for Independent Living Team invites you to join their monthly virtual event on the first Thursday of each month to discover the amazing Arc2Independence app. - Transition Lunch and Learn
These sessions are not recorded. Planning to transition from school to adult services can be overwhelming. Once your child exits the school system, adult services are based on eligibility criteria and funding availability. These small group sessions are an opportunity to begin creating a plan for the future. Learn what employment and meaningful day support services are available, how to explore post-secondary options, what transportation supports exist, how to help your child make decisions and advocate, when to apply for SSI and manage benefits, and what recreation activities are available. This informal opportunity is to ask questions and discuss with the facilitator and other participants. - Metro Travel Training
Interested in travel training? Come join our Tech for Independent Living (TFIL) team on a metro trip! Individuals with disabilities and a designated adult are invited to join our TFIL team on a short Metro trip. During this practice trip, individuals with disabilities will learn basic travel skills and will become more comfortable traveling on the Metro. SmarTrip cards will be provided. These in-person travel training events are FREE to attend, but pre-registration is required.June 2025
Transition Lunch & Learn – Thursday, June 12
Trust Talk Tuesday – Tuesday, June 17
Advocating to Protect Medicaid – Wednesday, June 18
June Chat with an Attorney about Special Education – Wednesday, June 18
Helping to Secure the Financial Future of Individuals (of all ages) with Disabilities – Friday, June 20
Metro Travel Training – Friday, June 20
Transition Parents Support Group (Virtual) – June 21
TFIL Talks – Tuesday, June 24
Cooking Club – Monday, June 30July 2025
Virginia DMV Comes to The Arc of Northern Virginia – Tuesday, July 1
Building Independence with the TFIL Team – Thursday, July 3
Trust Talk Tuesday – July 8
Transition Lunch & Learn – Thursday, July 10
Trust Talk Tuesday – July 22
TFIL Talks – Tuesday, July 22
Metro Travel Training – Friday, July 25
NAMI Arlington – Parent Support Group
Parents/Caregivers of School Age Students and Teens (PK-12) for 2024-2025
3rd Mondays 7:00-8:30pm
This group is geared to parents whose child is experiencing symptoms of a mental illness, including: depression, anxiety, eating disorders, mood disorders and more. No diagnosis is required to participate. Participants are given the opportunity to share their story, experience support, and glean guidance (as desired) from group members regarding both community and school resources. Confidentiality is respected.
Register here: bit.ly/PSGArlington
Questions? Contact:
- Michelle Best ([email protected])
- Sandy Minners ([email protected])
- Robin Pentola ([email protected])
NAMI Virginia Offers FREE training and support groups for Peers, Friends, Family, Parents, Caregivers, Youth, and Young Adults. Find more information about local training and support through your local Affiliate.
| NAMI Family Support Group for Parents and Caregivers of Youth under 18. |
- First and Third Wednesday of the month
7 – 8:30 PM on Zoom
This Family Support Group, following NAMI’s signature programming model, is for parents or caregivers of children under the age of 18. For more information, please contact Nicole Anjum at [email protected] or join here. Hosted by Virginia Family Network. - Parent Leader Network Call
Second Monday of the month 10- 11:30 AM on Zoom
Connect with other parent leaders, learn new skills, and find out about upcoming learning opportunities. For more information, please contact Nicole Anjum at [email protected] or join here.
Hosted by Virginia Family Network. - Book Club
Second and Fourth Thursdays 7-8 PM on Zoom
This is an online book club for parents and caregivers. The books will center on mental health and wellness, discovering yourself, and systems that parents and young people have navigated. This is a great opportunity to connect with other parents in a relaxed environment. The group is ongoing, so you can jump in at any point! For more information, please contact Nicole Anjum at [email protected]. - Virtual Coffee Chat for Self-Care
Third Thursday of the month 9 AM on Zoom
Connect in a relaxed, informal setting and discuss your own self-care journeys while drinking your morning coffee, tea, or water! Contact Nicole Anjum at [email protected] with questions and join here. - Monthly Lunch & Learn
Last Thursday of the month at noon on Facebook.
Lunch and Learn is a monthly, one-hour-long presentation on topics for parents and caregivers. Past presentations centered on trauma, restraint, and seclusion, self-care, school during COVID-19, and more. Please send questions to Nicole Anjum at [email protected] and Join us on our VFN Facebook Page. - Youth Move Virginia Youth & Young Adult Peer Support Group.
This youth support group creates a space for youth to take initiative in conversations, activities, and movements about mental health. Contact Miranda Schnoor at [email protected] for upcoming dates and any questions or register here.
Hosted by Youth MOVE Virginia - Apply for Youth MOVE Virginia’s Youth Advisory Board (Open until May 20)
See peatc.org/events for descriptions and more information.
PEATC & VDOE Training Opportunities
Transition University: June 2-August 4
This free 5-session self-paced online course focuses on providing parent-friendly transition information to help make transition planning easier. This course is designed for parents/caregivers of elementary, middle, or high school students that receive special education services, and the professionals that support them. The goal is to share factual information on transition services and to help make the transition from school services to the adult services world less confusing. The training will take approximately 9 hours and can be accessed anytime during the 9 week timeframe.
August 9 Family Engagement Summit
Self-Paced Trainings – New topics released every Sunday at 5pm
- SEAC Training – registration open now; perfect for families AND staff
- IEP University – registration open now; June 8-June 29
The IEP process can be difficult and stressful. Everyone comes to the IEP table with thoughts of their personal responsibilities, perspectives, and individual concerns. IEP meetings can be places of high anxiety and there are occasions when conflict may erupt as a result of managing emotions while simultaneously following policy and procedures. PEATC, in collaboration with VDOE, has developed IEP University to help provide families and professionals with accurate and useful information around IEP development and meetings. The training will take approximately 6 hours and can be accessed anytime during the specified timeframe above. Building Strong Parent Advocates – registration open now; June 8- June 29
The Building Strong Parent Advocates free, self-paced online training provides information to help families build a solid foundation to understand the special education process while empowering them to be their child’s best advocate. The training will take approximately 6 hours and can be accessed anytime during the specified timeframe above.
Spanish-Speaking Family Resources
PEATC LATINX
Grupo de Chat para Padres: Únete a nuestro nuevo GRUPO DE CHAT mediante la aplicación de WhatsApp y podrás mantenerte al tanto de todo lo que PEATC Latino está haciendo. Entra al GRUPO: https://bit.ly/2VoU2vw
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Planet Word Museum
Sensory Friendly Morning for families on Sunday June 15, 2025 8:30 am-10am.
Waddell Group & SEPTA|
Sensory-friendly movie: ELiO
June 21: 8:30-11 am
Use this link to register for ELiO
An exclusive invitation for families with special needs: Opening weekend of Disney PIxAR’s newest family movie: ELiO. Join the Waddell Group and Arlington SEPTA for the sensory-friendly movie, coffee, an introduction to financial planning for families with special needs, and information from Arlington SEPTA and other resource providers. See flyer for additional details.
