Sid Wesseldine

After retiring from teaching, Sid Wesseldine has continued to serve families. Sid founded SDW Consulting to help families by sharing his knowledge, expertise, and professionalism in the special education world. Sid prides himself on ensuring every child is set up for success. He is well respected in the field and offers a unique approach for student advocacy. In addition to his work as an advocate for children with special needs, Sid has worked tirelessly as a volunteer in the community, supporting both children and adults with special needs. He directed and was the head coach for the Virginia Rush TOPSoccer program for 15 years and was named the Virginia Rush Volunteer of the Year in 2006. He was also the TOPSoccer Committee Chairman for the Virginia Youth Soccer Association for five years and received the Virginia Youth Soccer Association Dave Williams Award for Exemplary Service to TOPSoccer. Furthermore, Sid was the Competition Director of the Soccer Skills Championship for the Virginia Special Olympics State Games for ten years. Additionally, he was named Tournament Director of the Soccer Team Competition for the Virginia Special Olympic State games in August 2021.