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by Malinda Gross
Apr 30, 2012
I am preparing to take the RVE, I was hoping someone coudl point in the right directionfor materials to help me prepare!!
There is a cool app for Androids, Algebra Vocal Vocab... it uses voice recognition!!
i need some tounge twister's
by Technogeek
May 13, 2012
Haven't seen him around lately.
I am resigning from teaching at the end of the year. I have left over sick days, does the state/county reimburse for these unused days? IF so, how many to the reimburse for?
I have a NC teaching license that expires 7/11. I'm thinking of moving to VA this summer. I have 31.55 CEU Credits. Is this enough to obtain my VA license? How does VA count CEU Credits ? Thanks :)
by Mom to Three
Jun 29, 2012
Since I saw a question about resources for a family needing help with a son with Autism, I put together a list of ideas that I knew about from talking to other families. I hope some of you may find it of interest.
Some Central Virginia Resources:
1- Autism Action Groups - From what I know, families with Autism in Virginia have dec...See MoreSince I saw a question about resources for a family needing help with a son with Autism, I put together a list of ideas that I knew about from talking to other families. I hope some of you may find it of interest.
Some Central Virginia Resources:
1- Autism Action Groups - From what I know, families with Autism in Virginia have decided to take charge themselves and have developed an approach to band together to advocate for needed services in the different areas of the state. Here is the web site at:
[link removed]."
I know in each region one of the first projects done was to develop a list of services so the family ought to be able to figure out when section of the sate they are closest to.
2- Virginia Institute of Autism - A small school in Charlottesville at [link removed]:
a- What services could be provided to the local high school where the boy is, including staff training?
b- What things should be in the teen's IEP in the various areas.
c- How to get the school division to address both - a parent can call an IEP meeting at any time - but not sure if it could happen over the summer.
- With school divisions, it is very hard to know what to say given all the budget constraints, but perhaps going through the Autism Action Group or VIA, the parents will get the name of a good advocate. The most important thing for a teen boy with behavior issues is, of course, to get these under control so perhaps try and press for a one-to-one aide and a very structured program.
3- The Curry School of Education at UVa seems to have an excellent program of assessment and some services for those on the Autism Spectrum. This is what I found:
Students & professors interacting through the Research Centers.Curry Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Research Group The Curry Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Research Group aims to conduct research that further clarifies our understanding of ASD and related interventions. In addition, the group strives to provide comprehensive and efficient diagnostic services via Curry Autism Spectrum Services (CASS), a multidisciplinary team within the Sheila Johnson Center for Human Services.
Curry ASD Research Group University of Virginia 417 Emmet Street South PO Box 400270 Charlottesville, VA 22904 434.243.3131 [email removed]
4- Intellectual Disabilities Waiver - If the family's son has any possibility of being found eligible under the identification of Austism+Intellectual Disability, this is the way to go to get the only possible chance for the 24/7 wraparound residential services funding the boy may need sooner than later. To do this one would contact the closest Community Services Board to get an Intake evaluation done with an ID Case Manager. The parents need to be in "full crisis mode" when they make contact and during it. The darker they can paint things the better. The goal is to get the evaluation to show an ID component, then to get to the top on the Emergency Waiting List and to as everyone else is push the crisis dial as far as it will go. Selection for open waivers is made in each local area. Your friends can probably easily see the number in each area already waiting.
5- Developmental Disabilities Waiver - If the son does not have the option of ID on the label, then they need to find out who in the area does the evaluation for a Developmental Disabilities Waiver as those on the AS spectrum usually fall on this list. Here one gets a definite number on the one and only waiting list.
***It is my understanding that all the waivers are going to be in the process of reevaluation with changes coming to include those on the AS spectrum, but it will be complex in my opinion to find a way to even blend in all on list so far. the ID Waiver has two lists Urgent/Emergency and Non-Urgent with no number placement and decisions made on Emergency Situation Criteria locally. While th eDD Waiver has only one list with a definite place and decisions made at the state pretty much by number and not Emergency. ID has the very desirable and needed for a lifetime future residential funding support services; while DD does not - only limited in-home.
6- Case Managers do not necessarily share all information with families. If the family does qualify for an ID Waiver, then while waiting ask about Family Support Dollars as we have even used them in the past for some reimbursement of respite.
I know from having met one family of a young adult new to this area that the Autism Action Group and the ASD Clinic Program at UVa are excellent resources. Waivers are an issue that we all are dealing with and so much is unknown at this time with the recent DOJ Settlement with the state of Virginia. I try to be somewhat knowledgeable as we have been fortunate to find the resources that our daughter needed for her disability over the years, and I know how difficult especially in rural areas it can be.
by NoVA Teacher
Jul 20, 2012
I just read in one of Loudoun County's local papers that their school board has just moved to a form of "merit pay," in that with their new evaluation system, if a teacher doesn't get a "satisfactory" rating, then he/she won't get a step increase. Does anyone know if other VA counties are doing this or are considering this? Thanks for sharing!
by T. Michelle Kranz
Jul 22, 2012
Good afternoon. I am in the process of applying for teaching positions in FCPS, LCPS, PWCS, and ACPS. I have applied online in addition to emailing principals. Are there additional steps I should take to increase my opportunities to interview? When do most principals hir?
Thank you.
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