Special Education Support
The PTSA sponsors recognition programs for special education students and, in addition to the SLHS staff, offers assitance to their parents. If you have any suggestions or questions, please contact Mary Nell Clark, the PTSA Special Education Representative.
The FCCPTA Special Education Committee provides a wealth of information for Special Education parents and students. Please take time to browse their web site.
Best Buddies is returning to South Lakes High School for a second year! Best Buddies is a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver, Best Buddies is a vibrant, international organization that has grown from one original chapter to more than 1,500 college, high school, and middle school campuses across the country and internationally. In its first year at South Lakes High School, Best Buddies has 15 buddy pairs and 50 registered members.
The FCPS Parent Resource Center supports parent participation in the education of students with special needs. Confidential meetings, training opportunities, comprehensive resources including a lending library, and a year-long calendar of workshops are offered for parents, educators, and community members. Contact the Parent Resource Center for additional information, to schedule a consultation, or to attend a workshop, 703-204-3941 or www.fcps.edu/cco/prc.
Upcoming Opportunities!
Let's Teen Talk--Avoiding Power Struggles with Your Teen
Tuesday, December 6, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Parent Resource Center, Dunn Loring Center for Parent Services
Join FCPS Behavior Intervention Teachers for this interactive evening! Tips, strategies and solutions about what power struggles are, why they occur, and how to avoid these interactions with your teen will be presented. Opportunity for discussion and answers to your questions!ADHD: Boys vs. Girls: Does Gender Matter?
Tuesday, December 15, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Woodson High School, entrance #2 , Cavalier Hall
Patricia Quinn, MD, author of Putting on the Brakes and Understanding Girls with ADHD, will present. Learn how gender not only affects symptoms of ADHD, but also social skills, coexisting conditions and various treatment modalities.
FCPS Parent Resource Center (PRC)
The PRC offers a variety of workshops for parents. Visit the web site or contact them at 703-204-3941 (703-204-3955 en Español) for additional information, questions, or for a complete list of upcoming workshops and activities. You can also update your KIT subscription to receive emails from the PRC. Check the option for Special Education Services.
For a complete list of all upcoming workshops and events go to the PRC web site http://www.fcps.edu/cco/prc/workshops.htm, contact us by email prc@fcps.edu or phone 703-204-3941 or 703-204-3955 (Español).