SPF-SEPAG Weekly Resource Newsletter: September 13 – September 19, 2026
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
On behalf of the SPF-SEPAG Executive Board, we welcome you to the 2026–2027 school year! We are pleased to share details regarding our upcoming meeting alongside a curated list of educational resources, workshops, and community events for families.
📅 UPCOMING SPF-SEPAG MEETING
Please mark your calendars for our first scheduled meeting of the school year!
Date & Time: Monday, September 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM EST
Location: Hybrid — In Person at Terrill Middle School & Remotely via Google Meet
Google Meet Video Link: https://meet.google.com/zvb-vjjo-nhm
Our meetings provide a vital space for parents and caregivers to collaborate, receive district special education updates, and connect with fellow families. We look forward to seeing you there!
Note: You can view all upcoming tentative dates for the school year on our SPF-SEPAG Meetings Information Page or catch up on past discussions via our Meeting Minutes Archive.
OTHER EVENTS AND RESOURCES
🚌 Beyond the Bell: Building a Community-Wide Attendance Team
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Details: Designed to address school refusal, transition anxiety, and attendance barriers for students with specialized needs. Participants will learn how multi-tiered systems of support can identify attendance barriers early and connect families to meaningful interventions.
Registration Link: SPAN Event Details & Registration
🏫 Basic Rights in Special Education (SPAN Virtual Workshop)
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Details: Hosted virtually by the SPAN Parent Advocacy Network, this foundational session is essential for parents starting a new school year. Learn about your rights under New Jersey special education law, how to prepare for IEP meetings, track student progress, and foster collaborative communication with school teams.
Registration Link: SPAN Parent Advocacy Network Learning Portal
📋 Procedural Safeguards & Parental Rights in NJ
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Details: This webinar breaks down parental rights under the New Jersey Administrative Code. Topics cover written notice requirements, evaluation consent, record access, dispute resolution mechanisms, and disciplinary protections for students receiving special education services.
Registration Link: SPAN Learning Portal Workshops
💻 Assistive Technology (AT) Consideration in the IEP
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Details: Learn how Assistive Technology (AT) is evaluated and considered during the IEP process. This session offers guidance on speech-to-text tools, communication devices, and software options that facilitate classroom access and independence.
Registration Link: SPAN Assistive Technology Events Calendar
LOCAL COMMUNITY FOCUS & RECREATION
🌳 Union County Office for Persons with Disabilities & Special Needs
Details: Union County provides year-round community programming, adaptive sports leagues, and sensory-friendly family events across the county. Check out local events hosted nearby at the Warinanco Sports Center in Roselle or nature trails at the Trailside Nature & Science Center in Mountainside.
Calendar Link: Union County Community Calendar & Events
🤝 Community Access Unlimited (CAU) Family Support & Groups
Location: Elizabeth, NJ & Regional Satellite Hubs
Details: Community Access Unlimited (CAU) offers local support groups, youth mentoring, transition support, and family assistance programs for individuals with developmental disabilities throughout Union County.
Event Link: CAU Community Events & Support Programs
📚 NJ Department of Education Learning Resource Centers (LRC)
Details: The NJ DOE operates Learning Resource Centers offering professional development workshops, assistive technology media lending libraries, and instructional materials for parents, educators, and caregivers.
Resource Link: NJ Department of Education LRC Overview
Have a wonderful and productive week!
On Behalf of Scotch Plains-Fanwood SEPAG
