Natick SEPAC Meetings
2008-2009

 
Come for coffee to one (or all!) of our informal meetings at Natick Town Hall. Meet fellow parents and guardians, and go home with resources and ideas to benefit your children with special needs.

"Basic Rights"

Thursday, Oct. 30th, 7-9pm

Natick Town Hall, 3rd Floor, 13 East Central Street

This workshop, by the Federation for Children with Special Needs, provides families with an introduction/review of their rights and responsibilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Massachusetts Special Education Law and No Child Left Behind (NCLB). Learn how to be a more effective partner with the school; about eligibility for special education; and how to plan, make decisions, and monitor the educational progress of your child.

"Chaos vs. Calm:  A Mock IEP"

Thursday, Nov. 20th, 7-9pm

Natick Town Hall, 3rd Floor, 13 East Central Street

Come watch this fun, interactive and informative presentation by the writer and co-creator of “My IEP ToolKit: The Complete Organizer for Your Child’s Individualized Education Plan.”  Learn how to organize, categorize and utilize your child’s special education documents to make the most of each IEP meeting, and to advocate for your child.

Presenter:  Carla K. Binswanger, CPO (Certified Professional Organizer), co-founder of Organized4Kids.com

Morning Advocacy Workshops

January - May, 11am-1pm

Morse Institute Library

We are starting a morning series of workshops where we will watch a different advocacy presentation from The Advocacy Institute each month. We have 18 webinars to choose from including: Functional Behavioral Assessments - Foundation for Effective Interventions, The Power of Section 504, Behavior Intervention Planning: Beyond Legal Mandates, Transition Assessments for Students with Disabilities. Join us for coffee, great FREE presentations, and a chance to discuss anything.

"Advice From An Advocate"

Thursday, March 19th, 7-9pm

Natick Town Hall, 3rd Floor, 13 East Central Street

Our own Katie Blackburn has put together a great workshop full of Special Education tips based on her years as a successful advocate, both for her own children and many others. Join us an find out how to be a more successful advocate for your child.

"TBD"

Thursday, May 28th, 6:30- 9pm

Natick Town Hall, 3rd Floor, 13 East Central Street

6:30-7 PM - Business meeting - Vote for board members.