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Review‌ ‌the‌ ‌latest‌ ‌information‌ ‌related‌ ‌to‌ ‌the‌ ‌coronavirus‌ ‌disease‌ ‌2019‌ ‌(COVID-19)‌ ‌pandemic.‌ Our special education attorneys and advocates can help you and your child prepare for the return to school. Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) The VDOE has expanded access to Virtual Virginia, its online learning system, thanks to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Virtual Virginia will allow teachers in grades K–12 to host virtual classes and give school systems more options as they look to reopen in a virtual format for the fall. The VDOE has created an interactive infographic to display how counties have

Review‌ ‌the‌ ‌latest‌ ‌information‌ ‌related‌ ‌to‌ ‌the‌ ‌coronavirus‌ ‌disease‌ ‌2019‌ ‌(COVID-19)‌ ‌pandemic.‌ Our special education attorneys and advocates can help you and your child prepare for the return to school. Alexandria City Public Schools The Alexandria City School Board approved the Virtual PLUS+ model for the fall, which will include: At least 30–45 minutes of synchronous instruction per subject for all schools Social, Emotional, and Academic Learning (SEAL) lessons Opportunities for students to build relationships   Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) FCPS has announced the virtual school day schedules for their students, which will operate similarly to before the closure.

Review‌ ‌the‌ ‌latest‌ ‌information‌ ‌related‌ ‌to‌ ‌the‌ ‌coronavirus‌ ‌disease‌ ‌2019‌ ‌(COVID-19)‌ ‌pandemic.‌ Our special education attorneys and advocates can help you and your child prepare for the return to school. Arlington Public Schools (APS) Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams will meet in August to adjust services and support to align with the virtual model. IEP hours will be based on 24 hours of synchronous instruction a week. Teletherapy and coaching models will be used to deliver related services. Parents will receive consultative sessions with the related service providers. APS will conduct special education eligibility assessments and re-evaluations virtually starting in

Review‌ ‌the‌ ‌latest‌ ‌information‌ ‌related‌ ‌to‌ ‌the‌ ‌coronavirus‌ ‌disease‌ ‌2019‌ ‌(COVID-19)‌ ‌pandemic.‌ Our special education attorneys and advocates can help you and your child prepare for the return to school. Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) ACPS plans to host a series of community chats starting July 20, 2020. Staff will be answering parent questions and listening to feedback. ACPS is still in the process of determining what plans will be in place in the fall.   Arlington Public Schools (APS) APS is postponing the start of the school year to Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020. The school year will begin with

Review‌ ‌the‌ ‌latest‌ ‌information‌ ‌related‌ ‌to‌ ‌the‌ ‌Coronavirus‌ ‌disease‌ ‌2019‌ ‌(COVID-19)‌ ‌pandemic.‌ Our special education attorneys and advocates can help you and your child prepare for the return to school. Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) ACPS is asking all families to participate in a survey about the fall reopening process by July 12, 2020.  ACPS plans to hold a public hearing on Thursday, July 16 to discuss and hear input on the reopening of schools. It will be the first of four throughout July and August.  Arlington Public Schools (APS) APS has scheduled two virtual town halls to address the

Review‌ ‌the‌ ‌latest‌ ‌information‌ ‌related‌ ‌to‌ ‌the‌ ‌Coronavirus‌ ‌disease‌ ‌2019‌ ‌(COVID-19)‌ ‌pandemic.‌ Our special education attorneys and advocates can help you and your child prepare for the return to school. Arlington Public Schools (APS) APS provided updates on the safety measures they plan to employ in the fall, including:  Daily health screenings and temperature checks. Requiring everyone to wear face masks. They have purchased enough face masks for each student to have two and each staff member to have four.  Bus logistics and indoor air quality and ventilation.  Enhanced cleaning procedures for facilities.  APS provided more information on the two

Review‌ ‌the‌ ‌latest‌ ‌information‌ ‌related‌ ‌to‌ ‌the‌ ‌Coronavirus‌ ‌disease‌ ‌2019‌ ‌(COVID-19)‌ ‌pandemic.‌ Our special education attorneys and advocates can help you and your child prepare for the return to school. As we move further into life during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, what at first seemed temporary now looks like it is going to be the “new normal,” at least until a vaccine is developed. The 2020–2021 school year is going to look very different as communities begin to reopen. We know Arlington Public Schools (APS), Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), and Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) are offering

Review‌ ‌the‌ ‌latest‌ ‌information‌ ‌related‌ ‌to‌ ‌the‌ ‌Coronavirus‌ ‌disease‌ ‌2019‌ ‌(COVID-19)‌ ‌pandemic.‌ Our special education attorneys and advocates can help you and your child prepare for the return to school. Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) Summer learning will be offered July 6–31, 2020, Monday through Thursday. All students have been enrolled in Boost programs so they have the option to participate in summer learning. Families may opt out of online classes and teacher check-ins without any penalties.  Students in pre-K through 4th grade will receive books and learning kits in the mail and will be able to interact with teachers

Review‌ ‌the‌ ‌latest‌ ‌information‌ ‌related‌ ‌to‌ ‌the‌ ‌Coronavirus‌ ‌disease‌ ‌2019‌ ‌(COVID-19)‌ ‌pandemic.‌ Our special education attorneys and advocates can help you and your child prepare for the return to school. Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) On June 26, 2020, ACPS will share an overview of their plans with the board about how they will be reopening and moving forward. Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) FCPS staff presented preliminary recommendations for the 2020-2021 school year to the Fairfax County School Board on Monday, June 15. They proposed three potential scenarios: A virtual start: Virtual distance learning for everyone. Reopening with health and