Meetup: Cup Chat – Executive Functioning, April 2025

APRIL 2025: CUP CHAT – Executive Functioning SkillsStaying organized, keeping track of assignments, planning ahead … we consistently hear from parents that Executive Functioning is an enormous challenge for kids with disabilities. Join us for our April Cup Chat to share your experiences, vent your frustrations, and ask questions. Executive Functioning Coach (and local mom)Continue reading “Meetup: Cup Chat – Executive Functioning, April 2025”

Meeting: Transitions – 6th & 9th Grade, April 2025

APRIL 2025: TRANSITIONS – 6th Grade & 9th GradeStarting 6th or 9th Grade means big changes! A larger school, more teachers, multiple classes, keeping track of grades and assignments, how support and services fit into the day … a new environment raises so many questions. Join SEPAC SOMA to talk transitions for tweens and teensContinue reading “Meeting: Transitions – 6th & 9th Grade, April 2025”

Announcement: Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, April 2025

APRIL 2025: PARA APPRECIATION DAY!Paraprofessional Appreciation Day is April 2nd! SEPAC SOMA loves our SOMSD paras! We are grateful for their hard work, commitment to, and compassion for the children in our district. So, the next time you see a paraprofessional at school, be sure to say THANK YOU! What do Paras do?Some students requireContinue reading “Announcement: Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, April 2025”

Save the Date: Transitioning to Middle or High School, April 2025

APRIL 2025: TRANSITIONS – 6th Grade & 9th GradeStarting 6th or 9th Grade means big changes! Join SEPAC SOMA to talk transitions for teens with disabilities with a panel of middle and high school experts. Tuesday 4/29 @ 7:00pm◉ Columbia High School Cafeteria17 Parker Ave, Maplewood

Meetup: Cup Chat – Out-of-District Families, March 2025

MARCH 2025: Out-of-District Families Cup ChatDo you have a child in an out-of-district school?SEPAC SOMA is hosting a meetup exclusively for parents and caregivers of neurodiverse students with an out-of-district placement, whether it’s through SOMSD, unilateral or private. You’re invited to join our Out-of-District School SEPAC SOMA Liaison Jennifer Wiezorek for an hour of informal conversationContinue reading “Meetup: Cup Chat – Out-of-District Families, March 2025”

Recap: Feb 2025 Workshop – Behaviors at Home

FEBRUARY 9, 2025: PARENT WORKSHOPOur February workshop, geared toward PreK-5th, covered strategies to help families of children with disabilities support and encourage positive behaviors at home and beyond. Presented by Casey Dickson and Cara Lesperance, Clinton Special Education Teachers. ► View the presentation slides

Recap: Feb 2025 Mtg – Race & Special Education

FEBRUARY 26, 2025: RACE & SPECIAL EDUCATION Every February, in honor of Black History Month, SEPAC SOMA takes a look at the intersectionality of race & special education in our district. “When kids are in an environment where they can be themselves, it’s amazing how much they show you.” – Nicole Josey An important partContinue reading “Recap: Feb 2025 Mtg – Race & Special Education”

Meeting: PreK to Kindergarten Transition, March 2025

MARCH 2025: TRANSITIONS – PreK to KindergartenMarch is all about moving on up to Kindergarten! Transitions are exciting, but they can be stressful, especially for families of children with disabilities. Join SEPAC SOMA and our panel of K-5 experts to talk about what to expect next year in elementary school. Monday 3/24 @ 7pm◉ SethContinue reading “Meeting: PreK to Kindergarten Transition, March 2025”

Statement: 2025-2026 In-Class Resource Support, February 2025

ICRS 2025-2026: UPDATE & RESPONSE (FEB 2025)SOMSD held three Special Education Virtual Town Halls (2/21, 2/24, 3/3), with a presentation that outlined changes to the K-5 inclusion model planned for next year, as well as an in-person Community Conversation with Superintendent Bing on 2/25. During these sessions, our Special Education parent community overwhelmingly voiced their preference toContinue reading “Statement: 2025-2026 In-Class Resource Support, February 2025”