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Upcoming Events!

SEPAC Meeting
May 8th @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

What is the SEPAC?

The MURSD Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a group of parents and guardians of children who are supported or who are seeking special education support in the Mendon-Upton school district. Our SEPAC not only provides a support network for other parents, but a forum for open communication about special education in our district, an opportunity for collaboration with district leadership, and more.

Mission Statement
The mission of SEPAC is to facilitate understanding, respect, and appropriate education for all children, while also supporting families and educators who are also striving for this goal. We believe that inclusion matters, that every child is unique, advocacy is welcomed, and community is important for parents and educators helping students to reach their full potential.

How can I get involved?
Come to a meeting, email us at mendonuptonsepac@gmail.com, or follow us on Facebook! We welcome all parents and guardians, as well as teachers and district staff to attend SEPAC meetings and participate in the discussion. Each year we host regular meetings to discuss MURSD special education and to network with other parents, while also hosting workshops with guest speakers on topics relevant to special education. Check our Facebook page or this page regularly for upcoming meeting and workshop dates!

Email us a mendonuptonsepac@gmail.com or follow us on Facebook

What is the MURSD SEPAC? 

The MURSD Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a group of parents and guardians of children who are supported or who are seeking special education support in the Mendon-Upton school district. Our SEPAC not only provides a support network for other parents, but a forum for open communication about special education in our district, an opportunity for collaboration with district leadership, and more. To be added to the SEPAC email list, please reach out to mendonuptonsepac@gmail.com. More information here: Mendon-Upton SEPAC | Mendon-Upton Regional School District (mursd.org)

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2022-2023 SEPAC Board Meetings

September 19th @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

October 24th @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

November 14th @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

December 12th @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

January 30th @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

February 13th @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

March 6th @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

April 3rd @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

May 8th @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

June 12th @ 6:30pm Nipmuc Regional HS - PDC

Connect with the SEPAC

Facebook Mendon-Upton SEPAC

Email mendonuptonsepac@gmail.com

We are looking for more resources to share with families! If you have a clinician, group, or activity that you want to share please send the information to mendonuptonsepac@gmail.com

Family Events

Regal’s My Way Matinee gives everyone the opportunity to experience a movie with the lights turned up and the volume turned down.
* This becomes safe space where guests are free to express themselves by singing, crying, dancing, walking around, talking or shouting while enjoying Hollywood’s latest films.
* These showings will be the first show of the day.

Upcoming Movies:

Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania
February 18 & 21

Bellingham:

Regal Bellingham & RPX
Ticket fees apply.
For more information visit www.regmovies.com/static/en/us/promotions/my-way-matinee 

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Parent/Caregiver Resources

Internet Safety Training for Families with Disabilities
Webinar, May 3rd, 2023, 6 – 8 p.m.

A training to support parents and guardians of individuals with disabilities in understanding internet safety. RSVP to familysupport@charlesrivercenter.org to receive Zoom link. 

Department of Developmental Services (DDS 101)

Webinar, May 12th, 2023, with the Massachusett Department of Developmental Services Northeast Region. What You Need to Know  -The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services will provide this live webinar for individuals and families of all ages.
Learn more about: Eligibility, Transition, Self-Direction, Autism Support.
To register, visit  https://files.constantcontact.com/d0c635eb001/f8466c91-f6f8-44d1-9523-c6c17fbae412.pdf?rdr=true    or contact Rebecca.Hogan@mass.gov 

FAQs

Who can participate in SEPAC/ attend workshops?
All parents and guardians of Mendon and Upton students receiving special education services are encouraged to become involved in SEPAC. Participation is also open to other interested parties such as teachers, service providers, students studying special education, and families from other towns.

What are ways I can get more involved with SEPAC?
We are always looking for volunteers to help. There are opportunities to get involved with our organization even if you don't have a lot of time to commit.

How can I join your mailing list?
Email us at mendonuptonsepac@gmail.com

I want to suggest/present a workshop
Our workshop schedule runs September - June. If you would like to make a suggestion or offer to present, please contact us. 

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SEPAC Board Members 2022-2023

Chair

Jessica Miarecki

Secretary

Lauren Van Norman