SPF-SEPAG Newsletter: The Week of November 2, 2025
Good Afternoon SEPAG Families and Caregivers,
As we transition into November, we want to highlight key opportunities for parents and caregivers to connect, learn, and advocate for their children with special education needs. Please see the state and local events listed below, which fall between November 2nd and November 9th.
Important SPF-SEPAG Meeting Announcement
Please mark your calendars for the next official Scotch Plains-Fanwood SEPAG meeting, coming up shortly after this weekly window:
Date & Time: Monday, November 10, 2025, from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET
Location: Terrill Middle School (In-person and Virtual)
Virtual Link: https://meet.google.com/twy-xrif-nii
Topic: Executive Functioning
Full Meeting Schedule: You can always check the full list of scheduled meetings here: SPF SEPAG-Meetings Information Page
Key Upcoming Events & Training (Nov 2 - Nov 9)
Here are key events for the week, covering statewide professional development, specific disability focus, and local support resources.
Monday, November 3, 2025 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Focus: Preschool Budget and Operational Plan System (PBOP) Virtual Office Hour Location/Format: Webinar (Virtual) Link for Details: Event Description and Registration (NJ DOE)
Thursday, November 6, 2025 All Day Focus: Mitchell Vassar Vision Awareness Day Location/Format: Shrewsburry, NJ Link for Details: NJ Division of Disability Services Events
Thursday, Nov 6 – Friday, Nov 7, 2025 All Day Focus: NJEA Convention 2025 Location/Format: Atlantic City, NJ Link for Details: NJEA Convention Registration
Local & Inclusive Community Opportunities (Union County, NJ)
We encourage all families to explore accessible and inclusive community activities happening close to Scotch Plains.
Sunday, November 2, 2025 4:00 PM Focus: Free Accessible Symphonic Concert Location: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Westfield, NJ (Accessible entrance adjacent to the parking lot.) Details: Free concert by The Society of Musical Arts, welcoming to all community members. Link for Details: Union County Calendar of Events (Scroll to Nov 2)
Friday, November 7, 2025 Time Varies Focus: Autumn Tree I.D. Nature Walk Details: A local nature-based learning opportunity for families. Link for Details: Union County Calendar of Events (Scroll to Nov 7)
Ongoing Support & Advocacy Resources
If you are seeking support outside of these specific dates, please utilize these critical organizations serving New Jersey special education families:
Family Support Organization (FSO) of Union County Focus: Offers peer-to-peer support, education, and advocacy for families dealing with behavioral and emotional challenges. Website: FSO Union County Website
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN) Focus: Provides statewide workshops, training, and resources on special education, health care, and mental health rights. Workshops: SPAN Workshops & Trainings
The Arc of Union County Focus: Dedicated to providing programs and services for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) and their families. Events: The Arc of Union County Events
NJ Division of Disability Services (DDS) Focus: A comprehensive list of resources, services, and statewide events related to disability. Events Page: NJ DDS Events Page
Morris-Union Jointure Commission (MUJC) Parent Training Focus: The MUJC offers Parent Awareness Workshops on topics related to the education of students with special needs. Note: Two events coming up the week of November 10, 2025 can be found on the website, "Understanding and Managing Social Media" on November 18, 2025, and a parent training on strategies and supports to help students succeed. Contact: Ursula Nazar, Professional Development Manager, at 908-464-7625, ext. 1112 or email pd@mujc.org. Website: MUJC Parent Training Opportunities
Hope to see you on November 10th!
On Behalf of the SEPAG Executive Board
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