Special Education Instructional Newsletter Issue #50

Virginia Department of Education sent this bulletin at 01/31/2023 10:25 AM EST

January 31, 2023

The Office of Special Education Instructional Services provides a direct line of communication with Virginia’s educators, paraprofessionals, and special education administrators and focuses on specially designed instruction for students with disabilities. This publication provides a way to share new resources as well as make educators aware of professional development opportunities of interest.

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2023 Youth & Family Summit

The 2023 Youth & Family Summit is a three-day, in-person event for youth with disabilities, ages 14-18, in Virginia to network with others and discuss important issues about youth and young adults with disabilities. It will take place June 13-15, 2023, at James Madison University. This year’s event will focus on three key components of self-determination: Competence, Autonomy, and Relatedness.

The event is run by the I’m Determined State Team and sponsored by the Virginia Department of Education and the Partnership for People with Disabilities. Those interested in attending must complete the required 2023 Summit Application by midnight on Sunday, February 12, 2023. All costs including paid lodging, meals, and mileage reimbursement to and from the event are covered.

Below are some key details for this exciting opportunity.

Date: June 13-15, 2023 (Tuesday evening–Thursday afternoon)

Location: Festival Conference and Student Center at James Madison University

Event Type: Face-to-face event

Attendees: Up to 50 Virginia youth with disabilities ages 14-18 (as of June 13, 2023) and accompanying parent(s)/guardian(s). There are no exceptions to the age requirement.

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