VCU T/TAC

02/20/2026

Don't miss the opportunity to collaborate and learn from other professionals. This months Community of Practice will focus on transition across the ages , work-based learning.

Register here: https://cvent.me/DagYWO

02/17/2026

NEW DATE! Our Transition Talk on Assistive Technology has been rescheduled to February 24, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET!

👤 Families, educators, and transition professionals are invited to join this session focused on the powerful role technology can play in supporting students as they move from school into adult life.

🖥️ In this session, Rebecca Ceja and Kelly Ligon will be in conversation with Staci Carr to explore how assistive technology can enhance independence across education, employment, and daily living. Presenters will share real examples, helpful resources, and practical steps for incorporating technology into transition planning.

🔗 Register (link in comments) to join us and ask questions, explore tools, and discover how technology can open new pathways to independence.

02/17/2026

Registration is available now at: https://tinyurl.com/npsvatts or the QR code below.

02/16/2026

DYSLEXIA WORKSHOP | REGISTER TODAY!
The Ruth Harris Professorship at the VCU School of Education presents the second of its 3-part series of virtual workshops scheduled for February and March. The workshop is FREE and is open to community members, parents, teachers, and other professionals. The workshop will be presented via Zoom.

WORKSHOP 2: Supporting Students with Word Reading Difficulties
w/ Dr. Erin Beard, from the University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI)
Wednesday, February 25 at 7 p.m. EST via Zoom
REGISTER: https://bit.ly/RH26-Workshop2

Learn how students develop word reading skills and how adults can support them. This session highlights common challenges related to word reading and explores practical, effective ways to support developing readers.

Please email Heidi Dixon at ruthharris@vcu.edu with any questions.

02/12/2026

Differentiation doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This article by Jorge Valenzuela breaks it down into a clear 6-step framework for middle school classrooms—practical, flexible, and doable. Great ideas for supporting diverse learners within everyday instruction.

https://www.edutopia.org/article/differentiated-instruction-middle-school-6-step-framework

02/11/2026

CEEDAR & CEC’s High Leverage Practice (HLP) Faculty Guides are packed with practical, ready-to-use supports for educator prep faculty, including tools, examples, and teaching guidance to help teachers learn HLPs with confidence. Explore the full set of guides at the link below.

https://ceedar.education.ufl.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/HLP-Faculty-Guides-2025-ALL.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawP1pUxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFhckJvVFBSQ0Q3bzlPM2RDc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHu6YfgKOi5mPGZAP19qY7j3Iu-5gwDfGRXz5lW6pckeMqZPetQ7Vzu0C_iGL_aem_EXMz7hBQO1mOJicY-45Tmw

02/11/2026

Every student deserves to feel safe, seen, and supported, including our immigrant and newcomer learners. The Virginia Education Association has pulled together clear, educator‑focused resources to help us understand student rights, navigate legal questions, and build classrooms where every child can thrive.

If you’re looking for practical guidance, advocacy tools, or ways to strengthen your school’s support systems, this collection is a powerful place to start:

VEA is dedicated to ensuring every student and family feels safe, welcomed, and supported in our schools, no matter their immigration status. We firmly believe that public schools should be sanctuaries where all students can learn and flourish. Our commitment is to see students in class each day, as...

02/10/2026

Visit the National Institute of Mental Health and their Ask Suicide-Screening Questions (ASQ). The ASQ is a fast, four‑item su***de risk screener used across care settings. The free toolkit offers youth/adult versions, pathways, translations, safety planning supports, and other resources to help providers recognize when someone may need support.

Ask Suicide-Screening Questions (ASQ) Toolkit

02/09/2026

It’s Virginia Kindness Week, a perfect moment to remind our students—and ourselves—how powerful small acts of compassion can be. Kindness builds stronger school communities, supports well‑being, and creates the kind of environment where every learner feels valued.
The Virginia Department of Education has put together thoughtful resources, activities, and ideas to help schools celebrate all week long. Explore them here and spark meaningful moments of connection in your classroom and beyond.

Let’s make kindness visible across Virginia and keep the momentum going long after this week ends.

Due to forecasted inclement weather, the Virginia Department of Education offers resources to help plan Unscheduled Remote Learning Days. Visit the Remote Learning page to learn more.  

02/05/2026

Whether you’re focused on reading comprehension or building writing skills, this PDF is a great way to bring research-informed strategies right into your planning. Perfect for teachers looking to strengthen their instructional toolkit!