Arlington SEPAC News

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Attend the Next Monthly SEPAC Meeting: February 11, 2025 | 7:30pm - 8:30pm 

Zoom (info at end of newsletter)

 

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CANCELED (to be rescheduled) How and When to Go to Mediation Over an IEP [SEPAC WEBINAR] 

January 21, 2025 | 7:30-8:30pm 

Presenter: Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA)

 

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Supporting Children Who Struggle with Anxiety [APS Workshop] 

Jan 28 and Feb 4th @ Arlington High School (7-8pm)

 

The APS social work department is offering a 2-part parent/caregiver workshop on the SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) treatment model. Learn more

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APS Training: Youth Mental Health First Aid (in-person)

New dates added February - June

  • Monday, February 3 (8:15 - 11:45am) & Monday, February 10 (8:15 - 11:45am)

  • Monday, March 3 (8:15 - 11:45am) & Tuesday, March 4 (8:15 - 11:45am)

  • Thursday, April 10 (8:15am - 4pm)

  • Thursday, May 15 (8:15am - 4pm)

  • Tuesday, June 3 (12 - 3:30pm) & Tuesday, June 10 (12 - 3:30pm)

Learn more | Register

 

Questions? Contact Julia Vitagliano, MPH, Mental Health Initiative Grant Program Manager jvitagliano@arlington.k12.ma.us

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WEBINAR: What’s love got to do with it? Sexuality, puberty, and Autism

Feb 6, 2025 | 7:30 PM  | Register

Join Dr. Crehan to chat about love, sexuality, and changing bodies and autism. This can be a topic that elicits some giggles and some blushing but here’s your chance to not have to google your questions or concerns and to ask Dr. Crehan directly. She will give a brief overview of some important information about disability and sexuality to consider and will share some resources, but most importantly… bring your questions! Dr. Crehan is a licensed clinical psychologist and assistant professor at Tufts University and specializes in sexuality and relationships for neurodiverse populations. 

 

Please register!

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

 

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The SEPAC Annual Survey is coming! Your chance to give APS actionable feedback

The annual survey is a vital tool that helps SEPAC advocate for the best supports and services for all our children. Results are shared with APS and the School Committee; so the input of all parents and caregivers is invaluable in creating a school district that supports all learners. It will be ready by the end of the month.

 

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Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85412052274?pwd=iKNefvVmbpbrtYAKYBEGnbEW1RhcID.1
Meeting ID: 854 1205 2274
Passcode: 378204
Join by phone: 309 205 3325