SEPTA conducted a survey for families of students with disabilities in APS regarding their experiences with the new systemwide cell phone rules. The survey gathered information about how students with disabilities are using personal devices in school, and about families’ experiences with communications and accommodations. We had 57 English responses, 2 Spanish. The survey was […]
FAQ for New Personal Electronic Device Policy and Students with Disabilities
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 […]
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 […]
Get Ready for Summer at SEPTA’s Summer Camp & Activities Fair
The Summer Camp and Activities Fair will feature vendors from the VA/MD/DC area who provide summer camps, inclusion & adapted activities, therapies, groups, and special events.Refreshments and activities will be available for the kids. Vendors can register at: https://forms.office.com/r/4kiZF2eUSq Note: This event is intended for informational purposes only. Vendor participation at the event does not constitute or […]
Updated FAQ: Masking Policy Change and Protections for Students with Disabilities
What are the new developments on masking requirements in APS? On March 1, 2022, APS shifted to a mask-optional policy for students and staff. Why did APS make this change? Virginia enacted a new law, SB 739, that requires schools to allow parents to opt their children out of mask requirements. The CDC guidance on […]