UPCOMING EVENTS:
Avon SEPTA is hosting a free informational workshop on...Your Dependent With Special Needs, Making Their Future More Secure. Presented by Stuart Hawkins of MetLifeCenter for Special Needs Planning.
The workshop will be presented by Stuart Hawkins of MetLife Center for Special Needs Planning. Mr. Hawkins' daughter was diagnosed with a brain tumor at age 3. It is this personal journey that Mr. Hawkins offers wisdom, compassion and experience to his Special Needs Planning clients.
The workshop will run approximately 45 minutes with ample time for questions. For more information, click here.
Date and Time: Thursday, May 16th - 6:00 pm
Place: Pine Grove School Cafeteria
We look forward to seeing you on the 16th!!
2013 Winter & Spring Session Sessions (7 sessions)
The Extra PE Program sponsored by SEPTA is not limited to SEPTA members, and all typical and special needs students in Grades 2 through 4 are welcome and encouraged to participate.
1st session for grades 2-4 - Thursdays, Jan. 31, Feb., 28, Mar. 21, Apr., 25, May 30, June 6 & June 13 from 3:45-4:45pm; PGS
$10 per child/class. Click here for sign up form and more information or contact Lisa Anderson at landerson@gasserlaw.com
What is SEPTA?
-SEPTA is a PTA within a school district. SEPTA brings together people who are interested in special education and children with special needs.
-SEPTA supports, strengthens and promotes the welfare of children with special needs.
-SEPTA promotes an understanding of special education and strives to enrich the lives of children with special needs.
WHAT ARE THE GOALS OF SEPTA?
-To ensure that all children receive an education that allows them to reach their full potential.
-To bring together parents, families and teachers of children with special needs in order to share their experiences.
-To educate parents about special education, including the identification and placement procedures for children with special needs.
-To inform legislators, school boards, and the community about the importance of special education programs.
-To improve the lives of children by providing cultural, social and physical enrichment.
-To advocate for children with special needs and their right to a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment.
SEPTA Officers:
President: Lisa Anderson (landerson@gasserlaw.com)
Vice President: Dayna Kennedy (Briandayna@hotmail.com)
Secretary: Kathryn Dilozir (Kathrynrodil@gmail.com)
Treasurers: Andrea Bowman and Keith Bowman (akbowman@comcast.net)
MEETING DATES:
Fall Meeting Schedule:
November 12, 2012 - 6:30pm PGS - Behavior Compass presentation
December 13, 2012 - 6:30pm PGS - iPad presentation
January 5, 2013 - 6:30pm Valley Sports Center - SEPTA members New Year's party
March 27, 2013 - 6:30pm PGS
April 11, 2013 - 6:30 pm PGS Cafeteria
May 16, 2013 - 6:00 PGS
Please visit: www.ctpta.org