Parents and Caregivers,
Happy Mother's Day to all! On behalf of the SPF-SEPAG Executive Board, we are pleased to share our upcoming meeting information and a curated list of educational resources for our community.
📅 Upcoming SPF-SEPAG Meeting Please join us for our next meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm and will discuss the Executive Board Election Results and Transitions. These meetings are a vital space for parents and caregivers to collaborate, provide feedback, and receive updates on district-level special education initiatives. We look forward to seeing you there in person or virtually using the link below.
Google Meet joining info:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dgc-dyog-zyx
OTHER EVENTS AND RESOURCES
🚀 Building Career Navigation Skills for Students This in-person workshop, held on May 12, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, focuses on using the NJCAN 360 platform. This is a vital resource for parents of middle and high school students who are beginning to explore transition planning and career navigation. While located at the Oceanside II Family Success Center, the skills discussed are applicable to families across New Jersey. https://homeroom5.doe.state.nj.us/events/details.php?t=1;recid=55994
📊 Understanding WIDA Alternate ACCESS Score Reports For families of English Language Learners who also receive special education services, this webinar on May 12, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, provides clarity on how to interpret Alternate ACCESS score reports. Understanding these assessments is critical for ensuring your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) properly reflects their linguistic and academic needs. https://homeroom5.doe.state.nj.us/events/details.php?t=2;recid=56791
🛡️ Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Training A full-day in-person workshop titled "Advanced K-12 Behavioral Threat Assessment" will take place on May 13, 2026, at Central Regional High School. This session is part of a statewide effort to enhance school safety while ensuring that the unique needs of students with disabilities are considered during behavioral evaluations. https://homeroom5.doe.state.nj.us/events/details.php?t=1;recid=56531
🌟 Autism and Threat Assessment: Comprehensive Workshop On May 14, 2026, from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, the Morris County Public Safety Academy in Morristown will host "That Which We Do Not Know: Autism and Threat Assessment." This is an essential session for parents and professionals near Union County to understand how neurodiversity intersects with school safety protocols and behavioral expectations. https://homeroom5.doe.state.nj.us/events/details.php?t=1;recid=56592
☀️ Resource Spotlight: Extended School Year (ESY) Guidance As we approach the end of the school year, many families are discussing ESY eligibility. The SPAN Parent Training and Information Center offers a comprehensive fact sheet on the criteria for ESY services and how to discuss "regression and recoupment" during your upcoming IEP meetings. https://spanadvocacy.org/?s=esy+guidance#
🗓️ Upcoming Regional Events to Watch The New Jersey Division of Disability Services regularly updates their community calendar with "Tabling Tuesdays" and resource fairs throughout the region. We encourage families to keep an eye on these listings for local Union County opportunities to meet with state representatives and service providers. https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dds/aboutus/events/
We hope to see you at the meeting on Monday!
On Behalf of the SPF-SEPAG Executive Board
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