APS is changing its rules on personal electronic devices. We have created a Q&A with the information that parents and caregivers of students with disabilities need to know. New Personal Device Rules in APS A Q&A from Arlington SEPTA What are the new developments on personal devices in schools? On August 15, 2024, the Superintendent […]
SEPTA Letter Regarding APS Personal Device Policy
On July 18th SEPTA’s Co-Presidents and Advocacy Committee sent the letter below to Dr. Duran and the School Board regarding APS’s new restrictions on students’ personal device use in schools. Re: New Restrictions on Students’ Personal Device Use Dear School Board Members and Dr. Durán: We are writing on behalf of the Arlington Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA) regarding Arlington Public Schools’ plan to adopt new […]
2024/2025 SEPTA Executive Board
Hello families! Hope you are enjoying your summer. Thank you for your continued support and thank you to the new and returning officers for volunteering your time to our SEPTA community. We are waist deep in preparations for another fantastic year. As always, please let us know how we can help you.Below is the Arlington […]
Congratulations to the 2024 Excellence Awards Winners and Many Thanks!
A round of applause to all the nominees and winners of the Arlington SEPTA Awards for Excellence in Special Education!!! We are so grateful for such an incredible group of educators, staff, administrators, programs, volunteers, and students. Congratulations to the 2024 winners: Isabella G. Nannini Award for Outstanding Student AdvocateNoah Johnson, Kenmore Middle School Exceptional […]
Behavioral Intervention Services (BIS)
SEPTA is very concerned to learn that Arlington County plans to eliminate its children’s Behavioral Intervention Services (BIS) program in the FY 2025 proposed budget. BIS provides critical support for children who are experiencing challenging behaviors at home, in school, or in the community. BIS makes recommendations to parents/guardians and teachers on how to better support the child’s needs […]
Letter from SEPTA Opposing the Elimination of Behavior Intervention Services
Following is a letter sent from Arlington SEPTA opposing Arlington County’s plan to eliminate the Behavioral Intervention Services (BIS) Program. BIS is a critical program in Arlington County and eliminating it would have a profoundly negative impact on students with disabilities. HERE ARE SOME THINGS YOU CAN DO TO TAKE ACTION BEFORE APRIL 2 COUNTY […]
Shop ‘Til You Drop for Arlington SEPTA
Arlington SEPTA Shopping Night Fundraiser Wednesday, March 20th6:00 – 8:00 pm. Scout & Molly’s BoutiqueMosaic District2920 District Ave. #135 Fairfax, VA RSVP: https://forms.gle/hgxT1qSayhP9bG8T7 Join Arlington Special Education PTA (SEPTA) for an evening of fun, friends, and shopping for a cause. Spruce up your spring wardrobe and Scout & Molly’s Boutique will give 20% of sales to […]
All About Best Buddies at SEPTA’s March Meeting
Arlington Special Education PTA (SEPTA) Monthly Meeting Thursday, March 14, 2024 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Syphax Education Center2110 Washington Blvd., Room 454Or by Zoom RSVP: https://forms.gle/VaFnLcRNaF2pR8147 Following PTA business we will be joined by Molly Whelan, State Director and Veah Velasco, Program Supervisor, with Best Buddies. Best Buddies is a popular and successful program in many of Arlington’s middle and high […]
Join Us for a February Sip & Schmooze!
Arlington SEPTA Sip & SchmoozeThursday, February 29th6:00 – 8:00 pm RSVP: https://forms.gle/BFbUsYjdpDH5GEQy7 Join the Arlington SEPTA board for a casual mid-year gathering to chat and connect with other SEPTA members, parents, and teachers. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Location will be provided upon receiving your RSVP.Please RSVP by February 26th so we have a proper […]
Transitions Planning with Arc of NOVA at SEPTA February Meeting
Arlington Special Education PTA (SEPTA) Monthly Meeting Successful Transitions Planning with the Arc of NOVAThursday, February 15th7:30 to 9:00 pmSyphax Education Center2110 Washington Boulevard, Room 454Or via ZoomRSVP: https://forms.gle/MJBYMVjB7ShtENhC6 Join Arlington SEPTA for our February meeting focusing on your student’s future beyond high school. Following PTA business the Arc of Northern Virginia’s Diane Monnig will lead […]
