Link to FCPS Parent Resource Center 

We have created this section to provide a central location for information about resources available for families. We have grouped them into categories to make finding what you need easier. 

If there is anything that the PTA can assist with, please reach out to wopta.president@gmail.com. 

Take care,

Your White Oaks PTA Executive Board

 

Link to Fairfax County SEPTA (Special Education PTA): https://fairfaxcountysepta.org
 
Upcoming Community Events for Parent of Students with Disabilities
 
All these opportunities are online and FREE unless noted.
***The White Oaks PTA is interested in updating this page. Please contact wopta.president@gmail.com if you are interested in helping improve this resource for our families.***
 
Ongoing and On Demand courses follow this monthly list of events.  
When other events become available they will be posted at:  https://fairfaxcountysepta.org/upcoming-community-events/
 
 
The Lab School - Lecture and Discussion Series for Parents and Professionals 2021-2022
 
 
Early Childhood Academy – Self-paced Online Course
January 16 to February 20
Families of young children (birth through age 6) with disabilities or developmental delays learn how to create an environment of lifelong learning at home.  
 
A Parent’s Guide for Managing Language Processing Disorder
(Replay Link)
Language processing deficits affect the ability to learn, focus, socialize, and be successful. Find out how to advocate for and support your child.
 
Ongoing and On Demand
 
Dyslexia & the IEP: How to Make Sure the IEP Is in Tip-Top Shape
Webinar, available 24/7
 
Accommodations for Recreational Classes and Camps with Fairfax County Parks
Accommodations include physical accessibility, ASL interpreters, assistive devices, sensitivity training for classmates, and staff training.
To request accommodations, email gary.logue@fairfaxcounty.gov or 703 324-8563
 
Scholarships for Classes with Fairfax County Parks
Children of families that receive public assistance (medicaid, free school lunch, SNAP, TANF) are eligible to take one set of classes per quarter for a $15 registration fee.
 
NAMI Basics
This 6-session course is for adults who provide care for youth (ages 22 and younger) who are experiencing mental health symptoms (including ADHD and ASD).
 
Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Training
Learn about special education law, rights and responsibilities; tests to measure progress and regression; SMART IEPs; and strategies for effective advocacy.
 
The Parent Playbook — 9 Module Online Course on Autism
From the VCU Autism Center for Excellence & Virginia Autism Council. An introduction on Autism Spectrum Disorder for families, including tips for caregivers, characteristics, interventions and recommended programs and services.
 
 

Link to FCPS Food Resources website

In our area:

  • Burke School has grab and go meals M-F from 10 am - 1 pm, breakfast and lunch are available
  • Burke Gives Back Community Co-op has groceries available on Tuesday 1-2 pm, Thursday 6-7 pm, and Saturday 9-10 am. 
  • Abiding Presence Church has groceries available on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 9-11 am.

If you are interested in donating to the food banks, you can click on the organization links for a list of needs. Thank you.

Child Care/ Pods resources:

This list is not an endoursement by the PTA, but a list of providers in the area. 

www.incouragecamps.com/schoolcare

novadolphinpods.org

Fairfax County Office for Children, in school childcare 

This page will be updated throughout the year to list advertisements from organizations which may be of interest to our families. The PTA does not endorse or have any affiliation with any of these organizations. We are providing this information as a community service to our White Oaks families. Thank you.