Virginia Department of Education's Training and Technical Assistance Center (T/TAC)
BUT STILL OPEN FOR BUSINESS!
We are excited to announce that as of August 31, 2026, our office will be located at VT Knowledgeworks II, 2202 Kraft Drive, Suite 2200 in Blacksburg. We will remain open for business prior to our move, however our print and assistive technology libraries will be temporarily closed starting Friday, July 24, 2026 through September 4, 2026. As always, our staff can be reached by email or phone!
Do you need help with interfering behaviors in your early childhood classroom?
VT T/TAC is excited to be partnering with Botetourt County to offer a free half-day professional development for early childhood teachers and teaching assistants who teach children ages 3-5. Programs invited include VPI, Head Start, and any other inclusive program serving young students with disabilities.
Occupational Therapist, Amy Kingery, will share practical strategies and tools to positively impact interfering behaviors in the early childhood classroom, setting early childhood professionals up for success. Join us and start the year with confidence, energy, and a positive hope for things to come.
Date: August 10, 2026
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Location: Lord Botetourt High School Auditorium, 1435 Roanoke Rd, Daleville, VA 24083
Participants are encouraged to bring your own water and snacks. Time will be provided to enjoy lunch on your own at local restaurants.
Please contact Margo Vaughan at mvaug74@vt.edu for more details or any questions.
Join VT T/TAC for a Six-Month Virtual Book Study
Target Audience: Teachers of students with complex support needs. Open to teachers who have not participated in previous cohorts.
- Kickoff virtual meeting on Monday, September 14, from 4:00-4:45 pm with a guest appearance from the author, Karen Erickson!
- Monthly virtual discussions on the second Monday of each month, September through February, from 4:00-4:45 pm with planned guest presentations from regional teachers from previous cohorts.
- Earn 20 contact hours, provided in February based on participation.
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