由 Federation For Children With Special Needs | Apr 24, 2025 | SEPAC Toolkit
Using a standard sample forms or template makes running a SEPAC a little easier. Contact masspac@fcsn.org for additional samples such as a by-laws template and SEPAC brochures. Many SEPACs will share their documents, so you do not have to start at the beginning. You...
由 Federation For Children With Special Needs | Apr 24, 2025 | SEPAC Toolkit
Why do SEPACs exist? SEPACs that have a clear mission tend to be productive and effective. Your SEPAC can review the Massachusetts law regarding SEPACs to help define their role in the community. A mission statement can guide the actions of the group, provide a path...
由 Federation For Children With Special Needs | Apr 24, 2025 | SEPAC Toolkit
Following the Rules Under Massachusetts law, SEPACs “shall establish by-laws regarding officers and operational procedures”. By-laws are rules that define how your group operates. A formal structure or framework for conducting SEPAC business can help your SEPAC be...
由 Federation For Children With Special Needs | Apr 24, 2025 | SEPAC Toolkit
A SEPAC needs to have a good pulse on the state of special education in the school district. To learn what the concerns are among parents, many SEPACs conduct a “needs assessment” to identify the greatest areas of need and to assist the SEPAC to meet its statutory...
由 Federation For Children With Special Needs | Apr 24, 2025 | SEPAC Toolkit
A SEPAC is primarily an advisory group. The members represent all parents of children receiving special education services in the district. The SEPAC can also participate as a planning and/or evaluation group with respect to the school district’s special education...
