SPF-SEPAG Newsletter: The Week of November 10 – November 17, 2025
Good Afternoon SEPAG Families and Caregivers,
This newsletter highlights important upcoming events, workshops, and resources for parents and caregivers of children with special education needs in the New Jersey and Union County area.
UPCOMING SPF-SEPAG GENERAL MEETING
Monday, November 10, 2025 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET, Terrill Middle School Media Center
TOPIC: Executive Functioning
Location: Terrill Middle School (In-person and Virtual) Virtual Link: Google Meet Link
Full Schedule: SPF SEPAG-Meetings Information Page
We look forward to seeing you!
LOCAL AND STATE EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Horizon Cover All Kids Signup Event 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Check link for format/location) Focus: Healthcare access through the NJ FamilyCare program. Prevention Links Events
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11
Coffee and Chat 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Focus: A peer support opportunity near Union County. Prevention Links Events
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Roselle Public School Community Resources Transition Fair All Day (Check Roselle Public Schools for time/location) Location: Roselle, NJ (Union County Area) Focus: Connecting families with transition services and community resources. NJ Division of Disability Services Events Page
Preschool Budget and Operational Plan System (PBOP) Virtual Office Hour 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Webinar) Focus: Q&A and guidance on the Preschool Budget and Operational Plan System (NJ DOE). NJ DOE Events Page
Basic Rights in Special Education (SPAN Parent Advocacy Network) 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Virtual) Focus: Understanding parent rights, special education laws, and IEP components. Eventbrite Registration
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Demystifying Math Inclusion Confusion 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Webinar) Focus: Strategies for differentiating instruction in math to support students in an inclusive classroom. NJ DOE Events Page
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14
History of the Deserted Village Time Varies (Check link for program time) Location: Watchung Reservation, Berkeley Heights, NJ (Union County) Focus: A local learning opportunity at the historic Feltville district. Union County Calendar of Events
ONGOING SUPPORT & ADVOCACY RESOURCES
Family Support Organization (FSO) of Union County Provides peer-to-peer support for families dealing with children's behavioral and emotional challenges. FSO Union County Website
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN) Offers statewide training, workshops, and resources on special education and health care rights. SPAN Learning Portal
The Arc of Union County Dedicated to providing family support services and programs for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). The Arc of Union County Family Support
Morris-Union Jointure Commission (MUJC) Parent Training Offers ongoing Parent Awareness Workshops on various special needs topics. MUJC Parent Training Opportunities
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