Special Education Parents Advisory Council (SEPAC)

… the latest updates and announcements for special education and more in Scottsdale, Arizona

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About SEPAC

SEPACS was formed in May 2005 with following vision: 

Mission:

  • Encourage a welcoming school culture throughout Scottsdale Unified School District for students with special needs where their diverse educational, emotional, and social needs are recognized,  respected, and met.
  • The students will be fully integrated into the life of the school community.
  • Ensure that the education of students with special needs in SUSD will appropriately prepare them to be successful, contributing members of society.

Goals:

  • Improve communication between the parents, schools, administration, staff, and organizations within the schools.
  • Educate parents, administration, and students concerning issues related to Special Education.
  • Support and ensure equity across the district’s Special Education programs.
  • Provide sensitivity training to the general school population and teachers for the physical and emotional well-being of the students with special needs.
  • Work with legislators and appropriate advocacy and government agencies on issues related to education as they pertain to students with special needs.

2007-2008 Board of Directors

President:  Margaret Corcoran-Smith, Parent

VP Programs:  Pam Murphy, Parent & Pediatrician, Mendy’s Place, John C. Lincoln Hospital - Deer Valley

VP Communications:  Dru Bloomfield, Parent & REALTOR®, John Hall & Associates

Assistant VP Communications:  Julie Schmoker, Parent

VP Strategic Relationships:  Lisa Dee Meyerson Marshall, Parent

Treasurer:  Jason Cowans, Parent & Financial Planner, Cowans Financial Services

Secretary:  Shauna Mattson, Parent

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  • 1 adinab // Apr 23, 2008 at 7:57 pm

    I would like to inform you of a great new talk program on internet radio by special needs advocates Michelle Davis and Rich Weinfeld. It is called “Teach Your Children Well: Hot Topics in Education” They have wonderful guests who are in the know about special needs programs and special education, and they have call in and write in Q and A sessions to help parents answer specific questions.

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    Questions? Comments? Call: 1-866-472-5792
    For More Information Visit :
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