VAISEF Membership: Join Virginia’s Leading Network for Private Special Education

VAISEF is Virginia’s only statewide association exclusively dedicated to private schools serving students with disabilities.

We are recognized leaders in special education — advocating for our members, providing professional development, and setting the standard for quality through accreditation.

Why Become a Member?

As a VAISEF member, you’ll join a community committed to advancing high-quality, innovative education for children, youth, and adults with special needs. Membership helps your school grow while strengthening the collective voice of private special education providers across Virginia.

Our focus:

✅ Promote collaboration among private providers

✅ Support staff development and training

✅ Build strong partnerships with state and local agencies

Advocacy & Partnerships

VAISEF actively shapes policies that impact your school and students.

✔ Our staff are registered lobbyists working directly with the General Assembly, Governor’s Office, and agencies.

✔ We have strong ties with the Virginia Department of Education.

✔ We partner with VCPE, NAPSEC, and the Virginia Coalition of Private Provider Associations to extend our reach.

Accreditation: A Mark of Excellence

VAISEF accreditation, approved by VCPE and the Virginia State Board of Education, reflects a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

⭐ Public recognition of your school’s mission and goals

⭐ Peer-led validation and accountability

⭐ Transferability of credits between private and public schools

⭐ Support for strategic planning

Schools complete a full review every 5 years, with annual reports and a mid-cycle self-study.

Member Benefits

• Training & Events: Annual conference, topical seminars, and Medication Administration Training Program.
• Collaboration & Services: Cost-saving services (e.g., liability insurance), shared best practices, and a biannual newsletter.
• Online Visibility: Your school listed on the VAISEF website with a direct link to your site.

Join Today

Be part of a strong, connected community working to improve outcomes for students with disabilities across Virginia.