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Mamaroneck-Larchmont SEPTA E-News |
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Special EDition E-Newsletter |
May 9, 2011 |
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Dear SEPTA Members & Friends,
SEPTA, along with several of the other PTAs, have held meetings and voted to endorse the school budget, which was recently adopted by the Board of Education. The budget reflects not only the lowest tax increase in over 40 years but also the District's commitment and hard work to maintain general and special education programs, student support services and staff. Please see this important information about the budget - click here. More information to come. The community will vote on the budget on Tuesday, May 17th - please vote!
Please see the information about SEPTA's and other upcoming programs! Also, we have some useful resources to share for the annual review "season".
Cecilia Absher and Sam Jensen,
ctabsher@att.net or samjjensen@yahoo.com
SEPTA Co-Presidents |
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SEPTA Program -- Wed., May 11th - Support for Siblings of Special Needs Children
Please join SEPTA on Wednesday, May 11 from 7:30-9:00 in Hommocks library as we welcome Charley Moskowitz, Director of Special Needs Enrichment for the JCC of Westchester. With over 20 years of experience, Charley has been running The Special Needs Academic Arts Program Center, which is an all-inclusive social skills based program for children pre-K thru 18 years old. She also runs a sibling support group called SibConnection that has been pivotal in helping siblings of children with special needs and their families. Charley will be showing an educational film made by SibConnection called "The Other Child", which will educate you on the value and benefits of joining a sib group. She will also present information about how these programs work, and how you can get involved. Any questions, please feel free to call or e-mail Linda Banta 584-8626, Lmbanta@optonline.net, or Patty Wolfe 646-824-7457 or patty.wolff1@gmail.com
See Flier here.
Before the presentation we will elect SEPTA's officers for next year and announce SEPTA's grants to staff. |
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Annual Reviews and New IEPs
The Committee on Special Education (CSE) annual review season is well underway. Students who will receive special education next year will have a new Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). How is it developed? What will be in it? An in-depth article about annual review CSEs was published in the Spring 2009 Special Edition. Here we focus on the important area of goal-setting - what will your child's goals be and how will they be measured.
Our District's Student Support Services (SSS) Department has a goal this year with an expected outcome that "Professional staff will be able to create IEPs with more specific and detailed measurable goals." This goal is very important as it helps align services to better meet children's needs and increases the opportunity for success. To see the SSS Department goals for this year, click here.
Here are a few resources for IEP goals:
IEP Goal Tips from Wright's Law
NASET - Determining Measurable Annual Goals
NY State Guidance on IEPs
Also, it may be helpful to have a team meeting prior to the CSE meeting and an advance opportunity to review recent testing or evaluations and ask questions. |
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Septa Talks - With Treats!
Last one for this school year! Thursday, May 19th at 9:00a.m. at Nautilus Diner. Join us for an informal chat about any questions or concerns that you may have regarding your child. Seasoned SEPTA parents will be there to talk parent-to-parent, share experiences and provide some ideas. We hope to see you at the Nautilus Diner on Thursday, May 19th 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). |
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Community & Regional Events:
View many Hudson Valley events and important information from Westchester Institute for Human Development. NEW May Events Newsletter
Wednesday, May 18th, 2011 · 12:30 p.m. - SPECIAL EDUCATION IN NEW YORK STATE: CURRENT ISSUES --Don't miss this opportunity to hear first-hand from Dr. Rebecca H. Cort, Associate Commissioner of NYSED on these important issues followed by a Q&A session. To register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/5-18Registration Location: Westchester Institutefor Human Development
Cedarwood Hall, Valhalla, NY 10595. For info, call: 914-493-7665.
Wednesday, May 18th - 7:30 p.m. Assistive Technology & Augmentative Communication ...yes, that includes the iPad! Presented by Marcie L. Klebanoff, M.A., ATP, Assistive Technology & AAC Specialist.
The potential of technology to help children with disabilities is tremendous. Assistive technology (AT) can help children be more self-sufficient at home and in school, communicate with friends and family, get out into the community, and as they grow older, find employment. Come and learn: What is Assistive Technology (AT) & Augmentative Communication (AAC). Discover the range of technology available from low-tech to high-tech. Is it appropriate for your child? How AT can increase your child's ability to access and participate more fully in their curriculum. How AT can increase your child's potential to learn. The impact AT can have in all areas of your child's life. Sponsored by Scarsdale CH.I.L.D. Wednesday, May 18th, 2011 @ 7:30 p.m. Fox Meadow School - 2nd Floor Multi-Purpose Room
Sunday, June 5th --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.
Parent Support Group starting in Westchester County on May 10 for parents of children with anxiety and depression. The group is geared for parents/guardians raising children with mood issues including depression and anxiety. The group's mission is to provide a safe place to share your experiences, seek and find support from other families, find ways to take care of yourself and your families and share resources. Email Pam Moskowitz - pammosk@yahoo.com or call her at 917-270-6631. |
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