SEPAG UPDATE:
Members of the SPF SEPAG will be attending the JCC Special Needs Resource Fair on February 25th from 10am-2pm at the JCC of Central NJ, at 1391 Martine Ave.
The SEPAG Exec-Board attended last year's JCC Special Needs Resource Fair and it proved to be very helpful in connecting with parents of students receiving services in and out of our district.
It provided an opportunity to engage with and meet organizations whose resources can be helpful to families of, and students receiving Special education and Related Services.
Those resources were shared with parents via our site and weekly communication. We look forward to participating at this event and aim to continue to reach out in order to connect and gather feedback that can be shared with the District to impact positive change.
Last year's JCC Special Needs Resource Fair also enabled the SEPAG to connect with our first student SEPAG participant, who has attended meetings and shared very helpful input from a student's perspective.
SEPAG Meeting
The next SEPAG meeting will be on March 11th at 7pm. Meeting Topics and further details will be shared prior to the meeting. For all SEPAG meeting dates and topics visit the meeting information tab on the SEPAG site.
Prior meetings' Minutes can be found on our website here for your viewing.
SPFK12 Highlights-The Fanscotian:SPF Crossing Guard Ilona Lenart "Makes Sure Children Don't Get Hurt"
SPECIAL EDUCATION RELATED RESOURCES AND EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEK.
Tuesday, Feb. 20th
12pm-SPAN-Can AI Be Used As Assistive Technology?
6pm-The Arc of NJ- How Series-Guardianship And Supported Decision Making: Just The Basics. This workshop will help parents and caregivers understand the guardianship process, levels of guardianship and alternatives to guardianship.
6pm- Union County Rec Programs for Persons with Disabilities- Arts for All Abilities
Wednesday, Feb. 21st
1pm-SPAN-Intervention & Referral Services: Understanding How it Works
6pm-The Arc of NJ-PFAL WEBINAR WEDNESDAY SERIES: Tips To A Smooth Transition In Switching From A Pediatrician To Adult Primary Care
Thursday, Feb. 22nd
6:30pm-Children's Specialized Hospital-Support on the Journey: Pressure Points in Special Education - Intersection of Legal and Clinical Issues - Children's Specialized Hospital
7pm-SPAN- Basic Rights in Special Education
1pm- ADDitude- An Educator's Guide to Fortifying Executive Function
UPCOMING & ONGOING EVENTS:
Feb. 25th, 10am-JCC of Central New Jersey-Special Needs Resource Fair
Feb. 27th, 6:30pm-The ARC of NJ-HOW SERIES: SOS! Strategies Of Success for Parents of Students with Less Intensive Needs For Support
Feb. 28th, 10am-ESCNJ-Parent Support Program-Increased Self-Regulation, Attention and Participation in Functional Tasks through Sensory Integration
Feb. 28th, 7pm-The ARC of NJ-HOW SERIES: Planning For Transition: Why It Is Vital For Your Student's Future
Feb. 29th, 5pm-The ARC of NJ-Preparing To Get The Most Out Of Your High School Experience
Mar. 5th, 6:30pm-SPAN-Virtual Gathering on Stress Management and Self Care
Mar. 7th, 7pm-Morris-Union Jointure Commission (MUJC)-Online Parent Awareness Workshop Promoting Routine & Structural Strategies at Home to Prevent Problem Behaviors.
Mar. 23rd, 11am-Union County College (Cranford)-Spring Special Needs Resource Fair & Family Fun Day
MONTHLY THEMES:
The Learning Resource Center (LRC) Network is a project of the New Jersey Department of Education, Office of Special Education funded through IDEA Part B funds. The materials and resources at the LRC's are provided to support the education of students with disabilities, helping them to succeed and to achieve in the least restrictive environment. The following information is a selection of some of the resources and information shared by the LRC as they highlight Awareness Themes for the month of February.
February is Black History Month
Black History Month-The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society.
Black History Month-National Geographic provides a resource library of articles, videos, activities, maps, and photography lessons to engage your students on the topic of Black History. See National Geographic Kids for elementary school-aged information.
Black History Month: Facts, Origins & More | History Channel-Explore resources and photo galleries depicting the origins of Black History Month.
Kids Explain Black History Month | Global Citizen- A video of students explaining Black History Month from their individual perspectives.
US Dept. Of Labor- Exploring the Intersection of Black History and Disability Inclusion
IN THE NEWS, BROADCASTS AND UPDATES:
New Jersey Coalition for Inclusive Education (NJCIE)- All In Poster Contest
TapInto Scotch Plains/Fanwood-Retiring Scotch Plains-Fanwood HS Principal Dr. David Heisey Reflects on His Career in Education
RESOURCES & TOOLS YOU CAN USE:
Union County Rec Programs for Persons with Disabilities
- Art for All Abilities
- Inclusive Yoga
- Inclusive Karate
- Inclusive Ceramic Painting
AT YOUR LEISURE:
Child Mind Institute-What Does OCD Look Like in the Classroom?
Autism Spectrum News-Sensory Sensitivities, Accommodations, and Technological Solutions
READING NOOK:
Henry, Like Always, written by Jenn Bailey, illustrated by Mika Song and published by Chronicle Books LLC
"Share Time happens on Fridays in Ms. Tanaka's class. When it is displaced by a special parade and moved to Thursday, Henry, who is autistic, starts to unravel. With the gentle and understanding support of his teachers and classmates, Henry works with the change to find his own way"- American Library Association
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