Mamaroneck-Larchmont SEPTA E-News

Special EDition E-Newsletter

 
April 8, 2011

In This Issue
Special EDition
SEPTA Talks
Important Programs
Free Programs for Kids
Community Events
Quick Links

Special EDition Newsletter 

  

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Dear SEPTA Members & Friends,

 

We are proud to announce the publication of our in-depth newsletter "Special EDition".  Featuring contributions by staff and parents, the newsletter  provides a range of articles and information we hope you will find of interest and useful.  Learn about Universal Design for Learning, Cyber-Bullying, Social Skills initiatives and so much more.  Click here.

 

Also, please see the information about SEPTA's  upcoming programs and free community programs for kids! 

 

Did you miss a newsletter?  An archive of previous newsletters is available on the SEPTA website under "Newsletters/E-News".

 

Cecilia Absher and Sam Jensen,

ctabsher@att.net or samjjensen@yahoo.com

SEPTA Co-Presidents 

 

SEPTA's Mission: Recognizing that students have a broad range of learning styles and abilities, SEPTA works to promote a quality learning experience for all children.  SEPTA aims to promote a better understanding of children's learning differences and to be a helpful resource for all parents. 

Special EDition  In-depth Newsletter - JUST Published 

  

Our in-depth newsletter featuring articles contributed by staff and parents is now available.  It is packed with informative pieces and news  - don't miss it!  We hope you will find it of interest and we look forward to your feedback.  You may read it online - and access links to additional information or print it off and read it at your leisure.  To later access the live links, just visit the SEPTA website and click on Newsletters/ENews for the digital copy.   Click here now!
 

 

If you would like to submit an article in the future or have any feedback about Special EDition, contact Suzanne Prigoda or Amy Lieberman.    

 

 

 

SEPTA Talks -- With Treats!

Please join us for another informal chat about concerns and

ideas that you may have regarding your child!  Seasoned SEPTA members will be there to share experiences and provide some ideas for all parents -

General and Special Education.  We hope to see you at the

Nautilus Diner on Thursday, April 14th at 9:00a.m. Coffee and treats are on us. Bring a friend!  For more information, contact Suzanne Prigoda

(thefun4@aol.com) or Amy Lieberman (dashdoar@gmail.com).

Important Programs for Parents

 

Thurs. April 28 - Dr. Ann Engelland presents "Raising Resilient Children in an Age of Earthquakes, Recession and Social Media".   Preceding the program there will be a school district budget discussion and vote. 7:30p.m. MHS Library -program sponsored by SEPTA, MHS PTSA and Hommocks PTA

 

 

Wed. May 11 - Charley Moskowitz presents "Support for Siblings of Children with Special Needs" 7:30p.m.  HMX Library (SEPTA Program)

Join Septa's Board for 2011-12! 

SEPTA is a dynamic partnership of parents, teachers and other staff - all dedicated to helping children with differences or special needs succeed!!  We are underway planning for next year and anticipate having a number of open positions on our Board. We work collaboratively, exude passion and make a real difference.  Learn more about opportunities on the SEPTA board for 2011-12.  Contact Amy Lieberman  - dashdoar@gmail.com or 552-1568, Amy Kass - amysuekass@yahoo.com  or 834-3752 or Kathleen Reale at kftwins@yahoo.com or 777-2907.

Free Programs at CAP Center in Mamaroneck

The Mamaroneck Community Action Program (CAP) Center is now offering free after school programs for elementary school children.  There is an art program and a recreational program.  Children with special needs are invited to participate.  In addition, if any parents are intertesed in helping, they can contact Guisela Marroquín

 

To learn about the art program, click here for the flyer and to learn about the receational program, click here for the flyer.

Community & Regional Events:

 

View many events and information in the Hudson Valley. Click here for the newsletter

   

Tuesday, April 12, 2011 7:30 p.m. Scarsdale's C.H.I.L.D. - "Transition Planning for Students with IEP's: From Secondary to Post-Secondary"  Presented by:   Karen Millman- Parent and Transition Specialist for the Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center (HVSEPC) at the Westchester Institute for Human Development (WIHD). Karen will discuss transition planning from the "parent perspective" and steps that parents can take to be proactive partners in the process. Kit Craft- Regional Special Education Transition Specialist, Lower Hudson Special Education Technical Assistance and Support Center Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES. Kit will elaborate on the components of the IEP as they relate to transition planning.  Where: Fox Meadow School, 2nd Floor - Multipurpose Room 

April 14th -Helping Parents and School Districts Become More Effective Partners -Special Education Mediation: A Collaborative Option for Resolving Disputes.  Nyack Library 9:30-12:30.  Click Here for the flyer  

 

April 14 - College & Career Ready  - With Regent Harry Phillips - 5:30-7:30p.m. White Plans High School.  Click here for flyer.

  

SAVE THE DATEs!

Wednesday, May 18, 2011 12:30pm -- Rebecca Cort, NYSED: Issues Pertaining to the IEP Diploma and Graduation Requirements at Westchester Institute for Human Development.  Don't miss this opportunity to hear first-hand from the Associate Commissioner for Special Education for NYSED on these important issues. Registration information coming shortly. 

 

 

 

June 5th, 2011--Sociable Kidz presents  1st Annual Special Needs  -Kidz Fair

FREE ADMISSION  www.skkidzfair.com

 

The expo will be fun day for all who attend. We will showcase different services and products for special needs children of all ages. There will be raffles, hands-on activities, sports, games, prizes, entertainment, food and a whole lot more.

Radisson Hotel New Rochelle, One Radisson Plaza