Watch the recording of the "Executive Functioning: 5 Powerful Shifts to Move From Chaos to Calm" workshop. Your child's brain has a "control center" that helps them think before acting, pay attention, adapt to changes, and find solutions. But some children struggle to develop this control center naturally, and that can turn simple daily activities […]
Watch the recording of the "Being the Anchor for Your Child: Staying Calm in the Storm of Big Emotions" workshop here. This workshop will be online using the Zoom meeting platform. If you are unable to attend the live presentation, you can still register and we’ll send you a link to the recording of the […]
Watch the recording of the"Digital Wellness - Workshop 3: Digital Wellness for Families" workshop here. Empowering Families in the Online World" is an online empowerment series presented by Grow Digital Skills. In this third workshop information is shared on "Digital Wellness for Families" which includes: Balancing screen time with offline activities Setting up tech-free zones […]
Watch the "Parent Representatives in Act 264 and Coordination of Services (CSP)" workshop recording here. Act 264 was passed to ensure that public schools and community mental health/developmental services agencies work together with parents and guardians to coordinate services for better outcomes for children and families. A parent representative, or parent rep, is a person […]
Watch the recording of the "What Does Vermont's Pathways to Partnerships Bring to the Table?" workshop here. This workshop will introduce what Pathways to Partnership is and what it brings to Vermont families, students and community partners. Vermont’s Pathways to Partnerships (VT-P2P) project aims to facilitate a smoother transition for young people with disabilities into […]
Watch the recording of the "Supporting Students in Exploring Dual Enrollment and Early College Opportunities" workshop here. This workshop outlines the ways that students can take advantage of statewide Dual Enrollment and Early College Programs. Viewers will learn specifics about both programs and about tools to help students, counselors, and families in the decision-making process, […]
Watch the recording of the "Developmental Disabilities Services Division (DDSD) System Changes: Intake, Eligibility and Conflict of Interest workshop here. The system of care for Vermont children, youth, and adults with developmental disabilities has been undergoing significant changes. This workshop highlights these changes, including intake and eligibility, funding processes, case management, and service delivery. Watch […]
Watch the recording of the "Students with Disabilities and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs" workshop here. This workshop explores the different programs and courses offered through Career and Technical Education (CTE), and the ways that families, schools and CTE centers can collaborate to support students with disabilities who want to pursue a technical education […]
Watch the recording of the "Residential Placements – What Should Families Know?" workshop here. Sometimes, children and youth with disabilities are placed in residential schools/placements, which can include out of state facilities. Placements could be through the school or a state agency. There is preparation before your child starts their new program, considerations during their […]
Watch the recording of the "Rule 4500 in Vermont Schools: Information for Parents & Caregivers" workshop here. This workshop is designed for parents and caregivers that would like a clear, accessible understanding of Vermont’s regulations on the use of restraint and seclusion (Rule 4500) in schools. It reviews when and why these interventions may be […]
Watch the recording of the "Preparing Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Users for Transition: Tips and Tools!" workshop here. For young people with disabilities, there are many moving pieces and processes around the transition from school to adult services. There are unique needs for those with communication disabilities who may use augmentative alternative communication (AAC) systems. […]
Watch the recording of the "Understanding VT Education Transformation: Continued Impacts and Opportunities for Special Education" workshop here. Vermont legislators continue to focus on sweeping education transformation in our state. The passage of Act 73 at the end of the 2025 session set into motion significant changes in both the delivery and funding of public […]