Upcoming Community Events
Strengthening Families — 8 week course
Parent Session: Wednesdays, Mar. 3 to Apr. 28, 6:30-7:30 pm
Youth/Family Session: Mondays, Mar. 8 to May 3, 5:30-7:30 pm
Parents and youth (ages 10-14) can strengthen family bonds through discussion, games, roleplaying, and family projects. Raffles and great prizes. Register: https://www.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Course for Adults
Sat. Mar. 13, 9 am-3 pm, $25
Learn the risk factors and warning signs of mental health challenges in youth, their potential impact, and how to respond. Register: https://www.
Programa de apoyo para padres — Curso de 8 semanas
Miércoles, el 17 de marzo hasta el 12 de mayo, 6-8 pm
Reúnase con otros padres y madres para compartir experiencias, éxitos y desafíos. Dirigida por un especialista en la crianza de los hijos. Registrarse: https://www.
Nurturing Parenting Program — 8 week course
Thursdays, Mar. 18 to May 13, 6-8 pm
Parents of children of all ages will be supported in stress management, family rules, self-esteem, and child development. Register: https://www.
Special Education Law and Advocacy Training (Wrightslaw)
Wed. Mar. 31, Decatur, GA, live OR online $170-$250, inc. 3 books
Learn about special ed. law, rights and responsibilities; measuring progress and regression; SMART IEPs; and effective advocacy. Register: https://www.
Discipline Strategies for ADHD: How to Manage Your Child’s Most Challenging Behaviors
Tue. Mar. 2, 1 pm, with replay link
We will focus on increasing positive interactions with your child or teen, and effective strategies to manage online school and problematic behavior. Register: https://www.
What Parents Should Know About Mental Health Treatment of Minors and Young Adults
Tue. Mar. 2, 7:00-8:30 pm
Learn about mental health treatments, who provides them, what to ask providers, parents’s rights, and how to advocate for youth. Register: https://
Medicaid Waivers Basics
Wed. Mar. 3, 10-11 am
Learn what a Medicaid Waiver is, how to determine if you are eligible, the services a waiver can offer, and how to apply. Register: https://zoom.us/
Planificación Futura: Es Posible y Necesario
Miercoles, Mar. 3, 7:00-8:30 pm
Aprenda de personal de The Arc cómo empezar los discusiones y los pasos que su familia debe seguir para crear un plan futuro. Registrarse: https://thearc.
Teaching your Children to Follow Directions
Thu. Mar. 4, 10:00-11:30 am
Gain an overview of instructional control and strategies to support your child in following directions. Register: https://docs.
Planificación Futura: Es Posible y Necesario
Jueves Mar. 4, 2:00-3:30 pm
Aprenda de personal de The Arc cómo empezar los discusiones y los pasos que su familia debe seguir para crear un plan futuro. Registrarse: https://thearc.
Family Partnerships with Social-Emotional Learning
Thu. Mar. 4, 6:30-7:30 pm
Learn the core competencies of social-emotional learning and how improving these can help a student manage daily tasks and challenges in life. Register: https://docs.
Divorce and Children with Disabilities
Fri. Mar. 5, 10:00 am-noon
Learn about critical issues to be resolved in divorce planning including the establishment of a Special Needs Trust. Register: https://zoom.us/
Talk Saves Lives
Sun. Mar. 7, 4-5 pm
Suicide can be prevented. Learn how by recognizing common risk factors and warning signs, and by learning appropriate responses. Register: https://
Courageous Leadership – Minding How We Treat One Another
Mon. Mar 8, 7:00 pm
Learn, share, and implement solutions to diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges in our PTAs and schools. Register: https://us02web.
Nutrition and Mental Wellness: Part 1 & Part 2
Tue. Mar. 9 & Thu. Mar. 11, 5-7 pm
Parents are invited to this exploration of nutrition and mental wellness. Register: https://www.
Is It Bipolar Disorder or ADHD Moodiness? A Guide to Getting the Right Diagnosis and Treatment
Wed. Mar. 10, 1 pm, with replay link
Learn how the symptoms of ADHD and bipolar disorder are similar but different, plus treatment options for both conditions. Register: https://www.
Playing with Math: Brain-Based Strategies to Improve Foundational Math Skills
Wed. Mar. 10, 7:00-8:30 pm
Learn how to minimize math anxiety and maximize math performance by keeping math fun with interactive games and activities. Register: https://us02web.
Order of Self-Determination
Thu. Mar 11, noon
Students from Arlington County VA will discuss what self-determination means to them.Register: https://vcu.zoom.
How to Raise Your Spirited Child
Thu. Mar. 11, 1 pm, with replay link
Discover how small actions can build a routine that wins cooperation from your child with ADHD and brings calm to your family. https://goto.webcasts.com/
Having Meaningful Conversations About Difficult Topics
Thu. Mar. 11, 7:00-8:30 pm $10
Learn strategies to use when talking about COVID, sexuality, race relations, politics, and other challenging topics. Register: https://
Youth Mental Health First Aid Course for Adults
Sat. Mar. 13, 9 am-3 pm, $25
Learn the risk factors and warning signs of mental health challenges in youth, their potential impact, and how to respond. Register: https://www.
Programa de apoyo para padres — Curso de 8 semanas
Miércoles, el 17 de marzo hasta el 12 de mayo, 6-8 pm
Reúnase con otros padres y madres para compartir experiencias, éxitos y desafíos. Dirigida por un especialista en la crianza de los hijos. Registrarse: https://www.
Effectively Communicating with Your Child
Thu. Mar. 18, 10:00-11:30 am OR 6:30-8:00 pm
Gain an overview of the components of communication and strategies to increase effective communication with your child. Register: https://docs.
Building Relationships through Virtual and Community Programming
Thu. Mar. 18, noon
Learn how individuals with autism can develop meaningful relationships via creative and collaborative community programs. Register: https://vcu.zoom.
Understanding Special Education
Thu. Mar. 18, 7:00
Learn the phases of the special education process and how parents should participate both formally and informally. Register: https://us02web.
Special Education: Understanding the Process and Collaborating with Your School
Fri. Mar. 19, 10:00-11:30 am
Learn how children qualify for services, how to advocate for your child, and about some of the special education terms and processes. Register: https://www.fcps.
Black Interracial Adoptees: Part 1
Mon. Mar. 22, 7-9 pm $25
Parents of black interracial adoptees are invited to join this virtual interactive lecture. Register: https://store.
كيف تحتفظ بالتقاليد و المثل ال
(Challenges of Parenting in the US and During the Pandemic)
Wed. Mar. 24, 10:00-11:30 am OR 6:30-8:00 pm Presented in Arabic
Learn strategies to address your children’s challenging behaviors and to bridge the cultural gap, helping your home to run more smoothly. Register: https://docs.
ADHD Clarified: New Research and Essential Strategies for Thriving with ADHD
Thu. Mar. 25, 1 pm, with replay link
Learn new strategies and lifestyle hacks to minimize the downsides and maximize the benefits of ADHD for people of all ages. Register: https://www.
Courageous Conversations: Challenging the Status Quo
Tue. Mar. 30, 7 pm
Learn, share, and implement solutions to diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges in our PTAs and schools. Register: https://us02web.
Special Education Law and Advocacy Training (Wrightslaw)
Wed. Mar. 31, Decatur, GA, live OR online $170-$250, 3 books included
Learn about special ed. law, rights and responsibilities; measuring progress and regression; SMART IEPs; and effective advocacy. Register: https://www.
Plan Ahead — Collaborative & Proactive Solutions — 2 Day Training
Thu. Apr. 8 & Fri. Apr. 9, 9 am–4 pm $200-$220
Gain an overview of the CPS model, along with the nuances of assessment and engaging kids in solving the problems that affect their lives. Register: https://4children.
Plan Ahead — Navigating the Teen and Tween Years — 7 week course
Tuesdays, Apr. 6 to May 18, 6-8 pm
Join other parents of 10-16 yr. olds to address how to set routines, manage conflict, and navigate exposure to drugs and tobacco. Register: https://www.
Plan Ahead — FCPS Special Education Conference
Sat. Apr. 17
It will include live and recorded presentations, a student strand for youth age 14-22, and a virtual exhibit hall. Register: https://www.fcps.
Plan Ahead — Children’s Challenging Behaviors
Apr. 20 & 22, 6-9 pm
Learn typical vs. challenging behaviors and how to respond, available community resources, educational supports, and parenting strategies. Register: https://forms.gle/
Ongoing and On Demand
Dyslexia & the IEP: How to Make Sure the IEP Is in Tip-Top Shape
Accommodations for Recreational Classes and Camps with Fairfax County Parks
Scholarships for Classes with Fairfax County Parks
NAMI Basics
Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Training
The Parent Playbook — 9 Module Online Course on Autism
Support Groups
FOUR NEW GROUPS:
African American Culturally Focused Virtual Parent Café
Meets Thursdays, 6:00-7:30 pm. Register at least 24 hours in advance by email [email protected]
Arlington Epilepsy Support Group, a list-serve
Can be accessed at [email protected]
Kinship Café
Meets monthly on the 2nd Wed. 6:30-8:00 pm for those raising children of friends or relatives. Contact: 703-324-7720 or emai
Cafés Virtuales Para Padres
Miércoles de 7:00-8:30 pm. Regístrese con al menos 24 horas de anticipación: [email protected]
Alpha Moms
This support group for adoptive parents meets monthly in McLean. Contact: [email protected]
Autism Dads
Autism Society of Northern Virginia Virtual Support Group
Business Networking Event for Special Needs Parents
CHADD: Children & Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Alexandria CHADD Parent Support Group 4th Mon. of each month at 6:30 pm. Contact: Alyssa [email protected]
gmail.com or call 303-903-9972. - Loudoun County CHADD Parent Support 3rd Tue. morning of the month in Sterling. Contact: Bonnie Little 571-306-2932 or on Facebook @loudounahdhsupport
- West Fairfax/Burke CHADD Parent Support Group 1st & 3rd Thur. of each month at 8 pm Contact: Cathy, [email protected]