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Volunteers Needed for Subcommittee3/29/2019 There are two subcommittees being formed. Both will meet two times and present their findings at the May CSEPAC meeting. We will need a chair person to coordinate meeting times, invite interested parties, and lead the presentation. At least one board member will be a part of each subcommittee and ensure that open meeting laws are followed. If you are interested in participating, email [email protected] by April 4.
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Parent Workshop: 504 Plans3/26/2019 504 Plans
Presented by: Federation of Children with Special Needs Explains the rights and responsibilities of a 504 Plan, who is eligible, what it contains, and the major differences between a 504 Plan and an IEP. What is Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act? Why is Section 504 Important? What is in a Section 504 Plan? Who Qualifies for a Section 504 Plan? ADA and 504. Accommodations under 504. Strategies for Success and more! Wednesday, May 1, 645-845PM Chelmsford Public Library, McCarthy Room RSVP will be available April 5 Please contact Joan Murphy, [email protected], with advanced notice to request babysitting for future CSEPAC events. Baby sitting is provided at no cost to families and is on site during CSEPAC events.
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Parent Workshop: Executive Functioning3/26/2019
Notice: Due to lack of registration, babysitting will not be available at this event.
Please contact Joan Murphy, [email protected], with advanced notice to request babysitting for future CSEPAC events. Baby sitting is provided at no cost to families and is on site during CSEPAC events.
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Spring is here - That means elections for the 2019-20 school year are just around the corner.
We are looking for a nomination coordinator to help oversee the process. A nomination coordinator would be a parent volunteer who has a vested interest in CSEPAC, but is not running for a board position. Duties include: - distributing your contact information so that nominations can be sent to you - attending the next 2 CSEPAC meetings to collect nominations (March & April) and announce nominations (April) Email [email protected] if you are interested in this position. A nomination coordinator will be appointed at the March 28th meeting. Voting Membership shall be open to parents/guardians of children with special needs who are receiving services through the Chelmsford School System. Members must have attended at least one previous business meeting during the current school year to vote in elections. Officers shall be elected by a majority vote, of all in attendance, at the General Meeting in May.
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The Chelmsford and Westford SEPACs are invite you to join us for a Day on the Hill, hosted by Rep Jim Arciero and Rep Tom Golden. The day will include a private tour of the State House, followed by lunch. This is a great opportunity to connect with our State Representatives and share your thoughts regarding Special Education in MA.
Schedule · Thursday, April 18, 2019 10:30 AM Gather at the Grand Staircase 11:00 AM Private Tour of the State House and Senate Chamber 12:30 PM Lunch 2:30 PM Wrap Up 3:00 PM Depart State House for home Date: 04/18/2019 (Thu.) Time: 10:30am - 3:00pm EST Location: Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02133 Important Note: RSVP is required. Sign up here and let us know about any dietary requests. This event is FREE and open to SEPAC students, their parents, and siblings. |