Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG)
If you have any questions or concerns please contact:
Jonathan Bedi
Parent Liaison Transition Coordinator (Ext. 6807)
jbedi@whrhs.org
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to facilitate collaboration between students, parents, staff, the Board of Education and the community in order to promote inclusion, understanding of, respect for and support of all children with special needs in our community.
Special Education Parent Advisory Groups are required for all school districts in New Jersey. The purpose of these groups is to provide opportunities for parents and community members to offer input to the district on specific issues. New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14-1.2(h) states that:
Each Board of Education shall ensure that a special education parent advisory group is in place in the district to provide input to the district on issues concerning students with disabilities.
Watchung Hills Regional High School has established the Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) as a forum for parents to provide input to the district regarding students with disabilities. We welcome and encourage the participation of all parents.
SEPAG’s goal is to support parents whose children receive special education services, and to advise the district on matters related to special education. SEPAG does this by hosting meetings for parents, sharing information and other relevant issues. SEPAG will meet quarterly while school is in session to discuss these issues. Meetings can consist of presentations from knowledgeable speakers on a variety of topics, or simply be an informal gathering to share ideas, network, and support each other.
SEPAG’s purpose:
- To provide direct input on the policies, programs and practices that impact services and supports for students with disabilities.
- To increase the involvement of families of children with special needs.
- To advise on issues that affect the education, health and safety of students with special needs.
March 23rd, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
College Options For Students With I/DD
This workshop will provide information about the different opportunities that college may offer your student with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We will suggest steps to add to your student’s IEP that can help orient him or her to the differences between high school and college and accessing supports offered to students with I/DD.
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Date: Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Time: 6:30 PM
Watchung Hills Regional High School Presents
Transition to the High School SEPAG Meeting
Meet & Greet
Join us as we introduce members of our school community and answer your questions.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Click on the link below to access the Zoom meeting.
May 13 7:30pm
Zoom Info to be distributed after you register. You can register by emailing jbedi@whrhs.org or https://planningforadultlife.org/calendar/
*Yes, Your Child Can Work! Working Toward Employment for People With I/DD
For many people, a job is something that helps define who they are. It gives us a meaningful place to go every day, a way to explore our interests, a means of earning money, and a way to be a part of our community. This workshop will discuss different employment options available to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and hands-on tools for preparing students for employment.
June 10th, 7:30pm (TENTATIVE)
Preparing to Get the Most out of your Student’s High School Experience
As a parent, you want to help your child make choices that are best for his or her needs. This workshop will explore the role your school district will play in the transition process and how you can prepare your child for adult life
RSVP: Sarah McCulloh, Transition Coordinator, (908) 851-4431, smcculloh@twpunionschools.org or https://planningforadultlife.org/calendar/