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)
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
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.
SEPAC Board Members 2022-2023
Chair
Jessica Miarecki
Secretary
Lauren Van Norman