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    For support to thrive at home, school and work during this time.
     
    VIRGINIA 2-1-1 Get Connected, Get Answers
    https://www.211virginia.org/consumer/index.php. 
    A TRANSITION GUIDE TO POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT FOR STUDENTS AND YOUTH WITH DISABILITIES
    We hope you'll find the information and resources provided useful for your child, regardless of the disability label, on their journey from high school to adult life.

    Arc South of the James.
    Autism Society of Central Virginia.
    Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS).
    Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond
    I'm Determined.
    Resources for Serving Students with Sensory Disabilities
    TTAC Online
    VCU Center for Family Involvement
    VDOE Website- Special Education Sensory Disabilities
     
    Virginia Department of Education: For families and students                                                                 

    VA Family Special Education Connection                                                                                                                                   

     

    Child Mind Institute

  • What can the PRC do for me?

    1. The HCPS PRC will educate parents about the special education
      process including laws and regulations.
      • Workshops 
      • Direct Consultations
      • Provide agency and service provider contacts
    2. The HCPS PRC will provide direct support to parents, educators, and the community.
      • Listening and problem solving
      • Promoting a cooperative partnership for student success
      • Provide educational materials
    3. The HCPS PRC will serve as a source of information for parents, educators and the community.
      • PRC Website
      • PRC Newsletter
      • PRC Annual Family Resource Gala

    Woodlawn Learning Center
    1100 Dinwiddie Avenue
    Hopewell, VA 23860
    Phone: 804-541-6414
     
    Days and Hours:  Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM or by appointment
                                                                                                         
    Linda Ciancio-Brown, PRC Coordinator, lcbrown@hopewell.k12.va.us
     
    HCPS Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC): To learn about HCPS SEAC please email seac@hopewell.k12.va.us.

  • For more details or direct assistance to a family needing special education information, please call us at 1-800-869-6782 or visit Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC)

    For additional resources please contact Linda Ciancio-Brown/ PRC Coordinator at lcbrown@hopewell.k12.va.us.

  • Inclusive College Experience for students with Intellectual Disabilities

    For more information visit: ACE-IT in College