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Knowledge is Power: Family Resource Hub
Knowledge is Power: Family Resource Hub
Empowering You to Advocate for Your Child
Empowering You to Advocate for Your Child
At SOLO Ministries, we believe that a well-informed parent is a child’s best advocate. We have curated these essential resources to help you navigate the developmental and educational journey.
Special Education & IEP Advocacy (Virginia Specific)
Special Education & IEP Advocacy (Virginia Specific)
VDOE Parent’s Guide to Special Education
VDOE Parent’s Guide to Special Education
The official handbook from the Virginia Department of Education. Everything you need to know about your rights in the state of Virginia.
PEATC (Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center)
PEATC (Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center)
An incredible Virginia-based resource that provides free training and workshops for parents of children with disabilities.
Wrightslaw
Wrightslaw
The "gold standard" for special education law and advocacy. Use this to look up specific legal questions regarding IEPs and 504 plans.
Developmental Milestones (Team NYCK Essentials)
Developmental Milestones (Team NYCK Essentials)
CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.”
CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.”
A comprehensive guide to developmental milestones from birth to age 5. This includes the free Milestone Tracker App.
VDOE Early Childhood Special Education
VDOE Early Childhood Special Education
Information on services available for children ages 2-5 in Virginia who may need extra support before kindergarten.
Autism Awareness & Support
Autism Awareness & Support
Autism Society of America (Tidewater Virginia)
Autism Society of America (Tidewater Virginia)
Our local chapter for the Tidewater/Hampton Roads area. Great for finding local events and support groups.
The VCU Autism Center
The VCU Autism Center
Resources focused on understanding and supporting the autistic community with a focus on acceptance and neurodiversity.
Local Newport News Support
Local Newport News Support
Newport News Public Schools (Office of Special Education & Student Support)
Newport News Public Schools (Office of Special Education & Student Support)
Direct access to the local school district’s special education contact information and resources.
City of Newport News Human Services
City of Newport News Human Services
Information on local community programs and assistance for families in our area.
SOLO Ministries provides these links for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with these organizations, but we believe in the value of the knowledge they share.
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