Resources for Families
Families are essential partners in supporting students. Below you’ll find trusted Virginia resources, practical tools, and guidance to help you navigate education systems with clarity and confidence.
Quick Access Guides
Note to users - Start here for the most commonly requested tools and guides.
Topic A: Understanding Special Education
Topic B: Transition Planning (Middle & High School)
Topic C: Kinship & Formed Families
Resource Center - https://formedfamiliesforward.org/resource_category/kinship-families/
Topic D: Trauma-Informed Care
Responding to Children Impacted by Trauma https://formedfamiliesforward.org/family_resource/responding-to-children-impacted-by-trauma/
Children and Trauma - What Can You Do? https://formedfamiliesforward.org/family_resource/children-and-trauma-what-can-you-do/
Trauma Learning Modules - https://vtss-ric.vcu.edu/trauma-learning-modules/