Parent Resource Center Events & Workshops

Target Audience: Pre-K–12 Families

A successful school year begins with preparation, consistent support, and strong communication between families and schools. This webinar will provide caregivers with practical strategies for creating predictable home and school routines, identifying helpful academic and behavioral accommodations, and reducing stress during the transition back to school. Participants will also learn effective ways to communicate concerns, share information about their child’s strengths and needs, and build collaborative relationships with teachers and other school staff. Attendees will leave with useful tools and strategies to support their child’s regulation, learning, behavior, and overall school success.

All requests for interpretation are due by September 1, 2026.

Target Audience: Family members of children birth through 21.

Join Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) for an informative webinar designed to help families learn about the Child Find process and the resources available through the PWCS Parent Resource Center. Participants will gain an understanding of Child Find, including how children who may need special education services are identified, referred, and evaluated. Families will also discover the wide range of supports, educational materials, workshops, and community connections available through the Parent Resource Center to help children thrive at home, in school, and in the community. Whether you are concerned about your child's development, seeking educational support, or looking for family engagement opportunities, this session will provide valuable information and practical guidance for navigating available PWCS resources.

All requests for interpretation are due by September 1, 2026.

Target Audience: Pre-K–12 Families

This seminar provides families with an overview of Section 504, a federal civil rights law that protects the rights of students with disabilities. Participants will learn about eligibility, accommodations, parental rights, and the support available to help students access and participate fully in their educational programs.

All requests for accommodations are due by September 14, 2026.

Target Audience: Pre-K–12 Families

Angela Kelley is a representative from Commonwealth Savers, the state agency that administers ABLEnow, Invest529, and RetirePath Virginia. ABLEnow focuses on building more independence, greater financial security, and building a better quality of life. Join us to discover the advantages of ABLE accounts and the national ABLEnow program. The following questions (and more) will be answered during this presentation: What are ABLE accounts? Who is eligible? How can the money in an ABLE account be used? What are the features and benefits of ABLEnow? How can I learn more and open an account?

All requests for accommodations are due by September 14, 2026.

Target Audience: Pre-K–12 Families

Parents today are navigating a post‑COVID world where anxiety among school‑age children has risen sharply and understanding how to support kids through these challenges has never been more important. In this engaging and practical session, we’ll explore current statistics on youth anxiety, unpack the unique stressors children face in today’s environment, and offer clear, evidence‑based strategies parents can use to help their children build resilience, manage worry, and thrive emotionally. This talk is designed to empower families with insight, confidence, and tools they can put into practice right away.

All requests for accommodations are due by September 24, 2026.