Category Archives: Resources

Announcement: Inclusive Schools Week, Dec 2-6, 2024

Inclusive Schools WeekDecember 2-6, 2024 Inclusive Schools Week is happening December 2-6 at our school district and throughout the country. The purpose of the week is to actively engage our students and school-wide community to be conscious of what it means to be inclusive, the importance of respecting others, and building empathy for one another. Continue reading “Announcement: Inclusive Schools Week, Dec 2-6, 2024”

Recap: September 2024 Mtg – Back to School

SEPTEMBER 2024: MEETING RECAPFor our first community meeting of the year, we had a chance to hear from Superintendent Jason Bing and Assistant Superintendent of Special Services Kathleen Gesumaria, and just as importantly, they had a chance to hear from the SEPAC parent community! Catch up here with our meeting notes! 

Announcement: BOE Candidate Questionnaire, October 2024

SEPAC SOMA BOE CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE 2024Each year SEPAC SOMA invites SOMSD Board of Education candidates to respond to several questions about issues related to Special Education in our district. We are pleased to share with you the 2024 BOE Candidate Responses to our questionnaire. We thank all the candidates for taking the time to share their perspectives.Continue reading “Announcement: BOE Candidate Questionnaire, October 2024”

Meeting: Bullying & HIB, October 2024

BULLYING & HIB AT THE PREK & ELEMENTARY LEVELWhat happens when a student is accused of bullying? What happens when it is a student with a disability? What is the expectation for those on the receiving end of a HIB? Join in the conversation on this important meeting to understand and demystify the HIB process,Continue reading “Meeting: Bullying & HIB, October 2024”

Workshop: College with Accommodations, October 2024

NOW WHAT?! COLLEGE WORKSHOP Join Matt Endlich, CHS Transitions Coordinator, to learn about starting college with a 504 or IEP. This is a great meeting for juniors, seniors and their parents/guardians. Learn more here and register here (by 10/15, please). Wednesday, October 16 @ 7:00pm◉ Columbia High School Auditorium

Announcement: Resource Fair Guide, May 2024

RESOURCE FAIR GUIDE What a joy it was to see our SEPAC SOMA community making connections! Huge thanks to the families who stopped by and to the local providers, groups and organizations who joined us. We’ve compiled a list of everyone who was there … check it out to find out more about amazing resourcesContinue reading “Announcement: Resource Fair Guide, May 2024”

Workshops: SOMSD Parenting Series, Spring 2024

PARENT/CAREGIVER WORKSHOPSSOMSD’s Department of Special Services is offering a series of six Parent/Caregiver Workshops this spring! The first two are next week, so register now! Workshop descriptions & registration here: http://www.smore.com/n/5tqvm  • Mon 5/6 – School Avoidance for Parents and Families of Middle and High School Students• Wed 5/8 – Supporting Students with Stress andContinue reading “Workshops: SOMSD Parenting Series, Spring 2024”

Event: Resource Fair, May 2024

JOIN US FOR OUR INCLUSION-CENTERED RESOURCE FAIR!The very first SEPAC SOMA Resource Fair is happening soon! Stop by to connect with local therapists, groups and organizations in the South Orange-Maplewood area who provide inclusive opportunities and services to individuals with disabilities. Thank you to Together We Bloom for hosting a sensory-friendly quiet space, Lindsey Stone for providing refreshments, andContinue reading “Event: Resource Fair, May 2024”

Meetup: Cup Chat, May 2024

CUP CHATS: Conversation, Connection & CommunityOur informal, in-person gatherings are a great way to connect with other parents and caregivers of kids with Special Education-related needs in our district. Spring is in the air … bring a folding chair and a cup of coffee to our open-air meeting! Tuesday, May 21 @ 9:15-11:00am◉ Memorial ParkContinue reading “Meetup: Cup Chat, May 2024”