Through our lens

RPS Seniors to Highlight Career Goals and Creativity in "Through Our Lens" Showcase

March 19, 2026

RICHMOND, Va. — Richmond Public Schools (RPS) graduating seniors are stepping into the spotlight to share their visions for the future. On Tuesday, April 28, the community is invited to "Through Our Lens: RPS Student Portfolio End-of-Year Showcase & Celebration," an event highlighting the creativity and growth of students from intensive supports classrooms.

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Listening to Families and Schools in Amherst

Jan. 23, 2026

The Partnership for People with Disabilities' Project CONNECTS recently brought families and educators together for a series of important conversations aimed at strengthening the relationship between home and school.

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Four Decades of Impact! Partnership for People with Disabilities Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Community Open House

Nov. 24, 2025

RICHMOND, VA – The Partnership for People with Disabilities (Partnership) at Virginia Commonwealth University marked a significant milestone on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, celebrating its 40th Anniversary with an Open House event that drew approximately 75 attendees, including key state leaders, dedicated partners, and the heart of the Partnership's mission: self-advocates and families.

Game-Changer: New VCU Program Sparks Confidence and Collaboration for Early Childhood Special Education Teachers

Game-Changer: New VCU Program Sparks Confidence and Collaboration for Early Childhood Special Education Teachers

Nov. 17, 2025

Virginia’s newest Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) teachers just got a massive boost!

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New Sensory Disabilities Learning Path Drops! Unlock Essential Early Intervention Insights!

Nov. 10, 2025

Great news for early intervention professionals and families! The Virginia Early Intervention Professional Development Center (VEIPD) just launched the Sensory Disabilities Learning Path, a dynamic, new resource designed to sharpen your skills and deepen your understanding of key sensory topics.

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Redefining Family Support on the Pathway to Employment in Virginia’s DARS EPIC Program!

Oct. 28, 2025

We’re proud to share that the Partnership's Center for Family Involvement (CFI), in partnership with the Virginia Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), has supported 76 families across Virginia through the EPIC program.

VCU researchers Seb Prohn, Ph.D., and Richard Chapman, Ph.D., and Richmond Public Schools mentor teachers Amanda Dailey and Tammy Sellers have all played a key role in the implementation of the photovoice program in classrooms around the area. (Jonathan Mehring, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

VCU research in action: Using Photovoice to focus communication for job-seekers with IDD

Oct. 16, 2025

Through Project PEACE in the School of Education, students with intellectual and developmental disabilities use images to share their employment goals and barriers

InnovateEl A FREE Webinar Series Building Partnerships with Families to Boost Student Attendance - Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

InnovateED A Free Webinar Series

Oct. 16, 2025

InnovateED A FREE Webinar Series Building Partnership with Families to Boost Student Attendance Thursday, October 30, 2025 4:00 p.m.

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New Partnership Alert!

Oct. 15, 2025

We’re teaming up with The Arc of Virginia to expand LEAP into the Southwest and Tidewater regions!

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Big news from Southwest Virginia!

Oct. 15, 2025

Mt. Rogers Community Services is now an official LEAP Certified Center for Abuse Prevention and Safety (C-CAPS)