Next week, Kenmore Middle School will be recognized as one of the country’s top five schools for including special needs students in its community. The Special Olympics selected Kenmore last fall and will present the Unified Champion Schools National Recognition Program award next Friday, April 12, from 1-2 p.m. at the middle school. Winning schools were chosen […]

*THESE MINUTES HAVE BEEN UPDATED TO INCLUDE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS THAT WERE NOT DISCUSSED AT THE MEETING DUE TO TIME LIMITATIONS. Arlington Special Education PTA Monthly Meeting and Annual Superintendent Chat December 10, 2018 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. APS Syphax Building, Rooms 452/454 2110 Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22204 I. President’s Report   Approval of […]

Minutes February 13, 2019 – Caregiver Self-care Welcome from Janna Dressel – special spread to take care of the caregivers!  Thank you to Cristina Yacobucci for baking the beautiful cupcakes. Introductions of SEPTA board members, PRC staff and Colleen Koval from Dept. of Teaching and Learning.  Paul Jamelske joined later. Approval of Minutes passed.      2. […]

(iStock)By Adrienne Wichard-EddsMarch 14 at 3:13 PM Reaction to Tuesday’s indictment of 50 people in an alleged college admissions scam, including 33 parents who allegedly used their wealth to get their kids into elite universities, was swift and fierce. Critics noted that the story reeks of privilege, overparenting and a hypercompetitive academic culture. One aspect of the news […]

Nominate an APS teacher, staff member or student today! Nominations are described in the link below and submissions are due by Midnight, April 1.

This coming weekend, the Virginia PTA will be meeting to prepare for their annual legislative advocacy conference.  Arlington SEPTA would like to make you aware of the legislative topic they will focus on. Additionally, we would like you to be award of bills related to Special Education. Please let your elected representative know how you view […]

The fabulous people at the Arlington County Therapeutic Recreation Program host monthly Family Fun Nights!  Check out this video for a great story on last week’s event.  Mark your calendars for the next event on December 7th!  Watch the video here! Click here for more information on the December 7 Family Fun Night!