TASK (Taking Action for Special Kids)

11/30/2025

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11/26/2025

11/26/2025

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Special Education Webinar Series - New Year Kickoff to Collaboration! 🎇

Start 2026 with clarity and connection.

Our quarterly SPED Series is designed to help families understand special education processes, rights, and tools that help students in preparing them for further education, employment, and independent living. Join us as we dive into this quarter’s topics and build stronger partnerships for student success.

REGISTER HERE! - https://tinyurl.com/j97azhc5

Sessions:
👉 January 14: From Referral to Eligibility
Learn how the process begins and what to expect every step of the way.

👉 January 28: Anatomy of an IEP
Break down each section of the IEP so you know what matters most.

👉 February 11: Measurable IEP Goals
Understand about developing meaningful goals and why they’re essential to progress.

👉 February 25: The Ins and Outs of IEP Meetings
Get strategies for effective communication and collaboration at the table.

👉 March 11: Dispute Resolution Options in Virginia
Explore your rights and the tools available when disagreements arise.

Each workshop will start at 6:30 p.m. EST and will last approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. These sessions will not be recorded.

11/25/2025

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This session outlines practical strategies to address common mealtime challenges

11/25/2025

Empowering Parents: Unlocking the Power of the Right Questions
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 | 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Are you ready to feel more confident in meetings and everyday conversations with your child’s school?

Join us for an empowering webinar designed for families navigating special education services. You’ll gain practical tools and strategies to help you:
👉 Ask the right questions
👉 Advocate effectively for your child’s unique needs
👉 Build strong, collaborative relationships with teachers and school staff

Become a key partner in your child’s education and walk away with confidence to help your child get the support they need to thrive!

Free and open to all families – Register Now! - tinyurl.com/4ffkjbjt

This webinar will be presented on Zoom. It will not be recorded.

Presented by Erica Swenson, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Exceptional Family Member Program Special Education Liaison

11/19/2025

Here are three ways to add calming sensory activities to the classroom. Plus, get a lot more ideas, (including links to our printable sensory stations!) here: https://www.theottoolbox.com/calm-down-corner/

11/19/2025

11/16/2025

11/16/2025

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Here are five of 2025’s hottest tech toys that may have risks parents should know about for this holiday gift-giving season.

11/15/2025

Following new federal guidance, Virginia households that received VENA in November and partial SNAP benefits Nov. 13 will receive the remaining amount of their SNAP benefits by Tuesday, Nov. 18. Those who did not receive VENA will receive their full SNAP benefit on Saturday, Nov. 15.

December benefits are expected to return to the normal issuance schedule (on the 1st, 4th or 7th day of the month). With the end of the federal shutdown, VDSS does not anticipate any further disruptions to SNAP benefits in 2025, and no additional VENA benefits are expected at this time.

Visit www.dss.virginia.gov for current information and updates.

11/15/2025

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Exciting Announcement!

Join our very own Amy Bonn, Esq., Consulting Attorney at COPAA, in presenting with ’s Rainbow Youth Community Center.

Don’t miss out, register today!
👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/aW1gcAzXHnsUMafJ6

Have questions? Feel free to reach out at info@autumnsrainbow.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!

11/14/2025

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Did You Know?

Social Security paper checks ended on September 30, 2025.

Providers can make a big difference by helping clients:

Set up direct deposit to a bank account
Ensure they update their "my Social Security" account with their new bank account information
Enroll in the Direct Express® prepaid debit card
Find low-cost banking options

Download the Technical Assistance Guide: https://www.nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ndi-ssa2025plainlanguageguide.pdf?utm_source=Social_Media_Facebook&utm_medium=Downloads&utm_campaign=SSA_DirectDeposit&utm_id=SSA



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