Special Education Parent Advisory Council
Our mission is to facilitate honest communication, collaboration, and mutual respect between students, parents, administration and the Board of Education for the purpose of improving the quality of special education policies, programs and practices. It is our goal to create a culture of inclusion, build community and empower you, the parent, to become an effective advocate for your child.
Who We Are
- SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) is a group of volunteer parents whose children have IEPs or 504 plans and are enrolled in specialized academic, social and emotional support and services within the D62 school district.
- This community of parents is passionate in advocating for their diverse learners with disabilities and works to ensure that student needs are not only met but that each child is celebrated.
- In close collaboration with D62 leadership, SEPAC members offer insights, input, and make recommendations on D62's Special Education programs and practices. They are also valuable liaisons and advocates to the broader D62 community.
- The SEPAC Leadership Team is responsible for supporting parent educational opportunities, community outreach, communications, and membership.
Goals
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Share resources that will support families
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Ensure the inclusion of students with disabilities in the broader educational experience of District 62
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Increase awareness and understanding for the entire school community about disabilities
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Reach as many families as possible to have diverse representation
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Partner with the district to improve services
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Make connections and build supportive relationships
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Continue to advocate for all children
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Identify gaps in service delivery and partner with the district on resolutions
A Future for Every Child
Join our parent council to be part of a movement for positive change in our school community. Together, we can advocate for inclusive education practices and ensure that all children have equal opportunities to thrive in District 62. By sharing our experiences and working collaboratively with district administration and staff, we can help shape the future of education in District 62 and create an environment where all our children feel valued, included, and empowered to reach their full potential.
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Member benefits - receive monthly leadership meeting minutes and SEPAC newsletter with resources and important updates.
Co-Leaders
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Aasia Farooqi (Jane Westerhold ELC)
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Linda Nguyen (Jane Westerhold ELC)
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Julie Galloza (Terrace)
Community Outreach and Membership Co-Chairs
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Monika Tusnio (Chippewa Middle School)
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Angela Smilovici (Cumberland)
Co-Communication Chairs
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Roza Briskovic (Cumberland)
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Susan Chavez (Jane Westerhold ELC, Forest and Cumberland)
Member-at-Large
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Maggie Martin (Terrace)
Contact Information: D62SEPAC@gmail.com