To select two candidates for Arlington School Board who will receive the Democratic endorsement in 2024, Arlington Dems is conducting a vote by Caucus from May 5th to May 11th; online voting via ElectionBuddy is from April 20th to May 11th. For more information contact VADEMS Arlington. Please note that Arlington SEPTA is a non-partisan organization and does not […]
Behavioral Intervention Services (BIS)
SEPTA is very concerned to learn that Arlington County plans to eliminate its children’s Behavioral Intervention Services (BIS) program in the FY 2025 proposed budget. BIS provides critical support for children who are experiencing challenging behaviors at home, in school, or in the community. BIS makes recommendations to parents/guardians and teachers on how to better support the child’s needs […]
Submit Questions for SEPTA’s 2023 Annual Superintendent Team Chat
2023 Superintendent Team ChatWednesday, October 18, 20236:30 – 7:00 p.m. – PTA Business7:00 – 8:30 p.m – Super Team ChatSyphax Education Center2110 Washington Blvd, Room 454And Online Via ZoomRSVP Here Submit Questions for Arlington SEPTA’s Superintendent Team Chat by October 11th at midnight. To submit questions go to https://arlingtonsepta.org/superintendents-chat/or email them to president@arlingtonsepta.org Each year, […]
SEPTA Advocacy Request for English Language Learner Feedback
The DOJ is looking for APS families to provide progress monitoring feedback regarding the English Language Learner Settlement Agreement. Please circulate these flyers with APS stakeholders. Please Email: Community.APS@usdoj.gov or Voicemail: 888-473-3220
SEPTA Facility Accessibility Survey
Arlington’s Special Education PTA (SEPTA) has received multiple reports about facility accessibility issues at various schools in a range of key areas like entrances, restrooms, parking, playgrounds, elevators, and emergency plans. We would like to get a better idea about the breadth of these issues in order to share these concerns with APS before the […]
Press Release: Opposition to HB 1461
Superintendent’s Chat- Details
Call for Questions for Arlington SEPTA’s Superintendent Chat before October 19th To submit questions go to:https://arlingtonsepta.org/superintendents-chat/ or email them to:president@arlingtonsepta.org Superintendent’s Chat October 26, 2022 Syphax Education Center and via Zoom 2110 Washington Blvd (free parking, accessible building) Refreshments, Welcome and PTA Business at 6:30 p.m. Super Chat at 7:00 p.m. SEPTA will live stream […]
Now through October 26, the state will hear public comments on the proposed Model Policies – and we need your help.
As you may have heard, the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) released proposed guidelines and model policies regarding the treatment of transgender students in Virginia Public Schools, called “2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for All Students and Parents in Virginia’s Public Schools” (2022 Model Policies). The 2022 Model Policies are a […]
Calling All Teachers – SEPTA’s Mini-Grants
Arlington SEPTA is awarding educator mini-grants of up to $500 to worthy projects that “positively” influence and enhance student learning. Applications currently being accepted thru October 4th. Please share! To apply: https://www.arlingtonsepta.org/mini-grants/ Questions? minigrants@arlingtonsepta.org
Updated FAQ: Masking Policy Change and Protections for Students with Disabilities
What are the new developments on masking requirements in APS? On March 1, 2022, APS shifted to a mask-optional policy for students and staff. Why did APS make this change? Virginia enacted a new law, SB 739, that requires schools to allow parents to opt their children out of mask requirements. The CDC guidance on […]