Ashburnham-Westminster Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC)
The Ashburnham-Westminster Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer group of parents and
caregivers of students with disabilities that:
- Supports you and your child(ren) when you have questions and concerns
- Helps you navigate evaluations, services, and accommodations
- Communicates with the school district on concerns, questions, and programs
- Provides information on relevant special education topics to parents/caregivers and educators
- Exists as an advisory group according to state law [Chapter 71B] and regulation [603 CMR 28:07 (4)] DESE 603 CMR 28.00
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- Gain insight, knowledge, and strength from one another
- Work together to find solutions to concerns, challenges, and injustices
- Make a difference in the quality of our children’s education, social life, and well-being
- Join at any time
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- Attend SEPAC workshops, board meetings, and parent/caregiver chats
- Become a SEPAC leader and/or volunteer
- Contact SEPAC’s co-chairs with questions or concerns at any time
- Follow SEPAC’s Facebook page and/or visit SEPAC’s website
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- Co-Chairs
Wendy Smolinsky • wendypichardo@gmail.com
Konnie Thielmann • konnievthielmann13@gmail.com - Secretary
Gina Vilayphone - Publisher
Ashley Gerace
- Co-Chairs
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- Planning workshops
- Assisting other parents
- Staffing tables at local school and community events
- Planning new activities or projects
- Publicity activities
SEPAC Flyer / Handout
For more information, please visit: Ashburnham-Westminster Special Education Parent Advisory Council