Publications
The Center for Special Education Advocacy develops, publishes, and distributes
a series of comprehensive, parent-friendly booklets that discuss the technical
information provided in Virginia’s special education procedural safeguard
document. Each publication addresses one specific topic and contains valuable
information that will help parents become better informed about specific special
education issues such as extended school year, prior written notice, related
services, and assistive technology.
Diploma Options for Students With Disabilities in Virginia
Virginia now offers several high school diplomas. This Guide is designed to
help parents understand the requirements for each high school diploma option
and determine a diploma track that is appropriate for their child. A complete
listing of additional resources referenced in this document is also available
here.
Selecting a Special Education Attorney/Advocate
Selecting a special education attorney or advocate is an important decision.
You should interview the attorney and/or advocate you are considering to have
represent/advise you in special education matters. Our parent-friendly 4-page
brief offers valuable advice on how to select an attorney or advocate, including
several critical question that you should ask.
Prior Written Notice
One of the most significant procedural safeguards provided under the Individuals
with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is the right to what is called Prior
Written Notice. Our parent-friendly 4-page brief on this important topic is
designed to help parents and advocates understand this issue.
Extended School Year (ESY) Services
Children protected by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
are by law entitled to a “free appropriate public education” (FAPE).
The unique educational needs of these children are addressed in the child’s
individualized education program (IEP). For some of these children, the provision
of FAPE involves development of a program of special education and related services
in excess of the normal school year. IEP-based programming that takes place
during school breaks is commonly referred to as extended school year services,
or ESY. These resources, provided by the Virginia Legal Advocacy Center, will
provide an understanding of this important issue:
 Overview
& Tips for Parents - This document offers a brief overview and history
of ESY Services, plus 6 tips for parents on maximizing your child’s
chances for meaningful ESY Services. [PDF format, 4 pages, 208 KB] - VA.
Dept. of Education's Extended
School Year Services / Technical Assistance Resource Document - This document
provides guidance for addressing the legal requirement for extended school
year services, if those services are needed for a student’s free appropriate
public education. [PDF format, 10 pages, 38 KB]
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