PARENT RESOURCE CENTER - SPECIAL EDUCATION
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Velvet Smith, Parent Resource Center Liaison
Email: velvetsmith@spsk12.net
Phone: 757-925-5785
Fax: (757) 925-5558
Location: Booker T. Washington Elementary School, Room 305, 204 Walnut Street, Suffolk, VA 23434 (map located at bottom of page)Regular Office Hours:
Monday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Community Outreach Day)
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Community Outreach Day)
Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Please note that appointments are encouraged to ensure the privacy of all visitors. If you would like more information or to set up an appointment, please call 757-925-5785 or email velvetsmith@spsk12.net.The Parent Resource Center, funded by Special Education, is committed to providing assistance to parents, educators, students, grandparents, relatives and community members. Together, we help our children and youth develop and live full, productive, independent lives to the maximum extent possible.
Services:
- Private Consultations with Families
- Resources on the Special Education Process and Disabilities
- Supportive Services for Parents/Guardians, Students, and Educators
- Special Education Resource Books and Videos
- Parent Educational Workshops and Training
- Promoting Cooperative Relationships Between School, Home, and the Community
- Newsletters/Flyers on Disability-Related Resources and Information
Special Education Parent Resource Center Documents:
View our Special Education Parent Resource Center Brochure here.Special Education PRC Lending Library:
View our Special Education Parent Resource Library to find available resources. To request resources, complete the Lending Library Check Out Form and send it to velvetsmith@spsk12.net or deliver it to the Parent Resource Center.
Special Education PRC Contact Form:
If you need assistance from the Special Education Parent Resource Center Liaison, click on the link to complete the SPED Parent Resource Center Contact Form. You will receive a response within 1 business day.
Parent Pulse Montly Newsletter
Empower Wednesdays: Parent Webinar Series 2024
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January 17th: Mid-Year Momentum: Evaluating and Strategizing for the Second Semester
January 17th: Mid-Year Momentum: Evaluating and Strategizing for the Second Semester: Kickstart the latter half of the school year with 'Mid-Year Momentum,' a session dedicated to evaluating progress and strategizing for a successful second semester.
Empower Wednesdays is a 30-minute monthly webinar series offering practical tips and resources for parents to support their children's learning. All webinars will be held on the designated Wednesday at 1:00pm via Zoom. Webinars will be recorded and uploaded to the Parent Resource Center webpage.
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February 14th: Love of Reading: Fostering Literacy and Enjoyment at Home
February 14th: Love of Reading: Fostering Literacy and Enjoyment at Home. February's 'Love of Reading' webinar will guide you in nurturing a passion for literacy at home with strategies for choosing captivating books and interactive reading.
Empower Wednesdays is a 30-minute monthly webinar series offering practical tips and resources for parents to support their children's learning. All webinars will be held on the designated Wednesday at 1:00pm via Zoom. Webinars will be recorded and uploaded to the Parent Resource Center webpage.
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March 13th: March into Math: Fun and Effective Math Strategies for Home
March 13th: March into Math: Fun and Effective Math Strategies for Home. "Join 'March into Math' to discover engaging and enjoyable math activities that turn everyday moments into opportunities for learning."
Empower Wednesdays is a 30-minute monthly webinar series offering practical tips and resources for parents to support their children's learning. All webinars will be held on the designated Wednesday at 1:00pm via Zoom. Webinars will be recorded and uploaded to the Parent Resource Center webpage.
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April 17th: Spring into Success: Preparing for Standardized Tests and SOLs
April 17th: Spring into Success: Preparing for Standardized Tests and SOLs: ”Tune in to 'Spring into Success' for expert tips on test preparation and confidence-building techniques for standardized assessments and SOLs.
Empower Wednesdays is a 30-minute monthly webinar series offering practical tips and resources for parents to support their children's learning. All webinars will be held on the designated Wednesday at 1:00pm via Zoom. Webinars will be recorded and uploaded to the Parent Resource Center webpage.
Register at Empower Wednesdays
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May 1st: May Milestones: “Reviewing Progress and Preparing for Transitions
May 1st: May Milestones: “Reviewing Progress and Preparing for Transitions: ”Our 'May Milestones' session will help you assess the year's achievements and navigate the upcoming educational transitions smoothly.
Empower Wednesdays is a 30-minute monthly webinar series offering practical tips and resources for parents to support their children's learning. All webinars will be held on the designated Wednesday at 1:00pm via Zoom. Webinars will be recorded and uploaded to the Parent Resource Center webpage.
Register at Empower Wednesdays
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June: 5th: Summer Strategies: Keeping Skills Sharp and Minds Engaged
June: 5th: Summer Strategies: Keeping Skills Sharp and Minds Engaged: Get ready for 'Summer Strategies' to explore fun and educational activities that will keep your child's learning sharp over the summer break.
Empower Wednesdays is a 30-minute monthly webinar series offering practical tips and resources for parents to support their children's learning. All webinars will be held on the designated Wednesday at 1:00pm via Zoom. Webinars will be recorded and uploaded to the Parent Resource Center webpage.
Register at Empower Wednesdays
