Resources and events from Arlington SEPAC
11/15/2024 7:08 am
The Arlington Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a parent group that acts as a resource for parents and advises the district regarding meeting the needs of students with disabilities.
[RESOURCE] Preparing Your Child for the New IEP Process
There is a new IEP rolling out this school year! A new element includes making students part of the process with the goal of supporting an asset based mindset and ensuring each child has the opportunity for self-advocacy. This helpful resource from one of our very own APS staff members can help your child prepare! Got questions about an upcoming IEP meeting? Please contact your Team Chair.
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[SEPAC WEBINAR] Next week! Advocating for your Child – Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Students in School
Wednesday, Nov. 20th | Zoom (info below)
Arlington SEPAC is hosting the Parent Professional Advocacy League (PPAL) who will give parents/caregivers a foundation for advancing their advocacy skills throughout their child’s Special Education journey and during the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. Topics include: how to identify, document and communicate your concerns, evaluations, support plans, team meetings and letter writing with the focus on the student’s emotional/behavioral/mental health challenges and the support that students may need to access the curriculum and life of the school.
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 854 1205 2274
Passcode: 378204
Join by phone: 309 205 3325
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[RESOURCE] Basic Rights and Legal Protections in Special Education
The Somerville SEPAC has generously shared the slide deck for a recent presentation regarding basic rights and legal protections for parents who have concerns about their child’s education. It also discusses the evaluation process and responsibilities of district and school staff as well as the role of parents. Arlington SEPAC will be hosting a basic rights webinar in January.
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[WEBINAR] Cartwheel Webinars on Mental Health and Resilience
Can We Talk? How to Have Conversations with Kids about Mental Health
Nov. 13 @7pm | Registration link
Raising Resilient and Confident Kids in the Age of Achievement Culture
Dec. 4th @7pm | Registration link
About Cartwheel: Cartwheel partners with APS to provide students and families with rapid access to mental health assessments, evidence-based therapy, medication management and consultation, and parent/guardian guidance. To learn more about Cartwheel's services, please contact a member of your school’s counseling or guidance team.
