SEPAG

2020-2021 SEPAG Dates- 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15, 1/19, 2/23, 3/23, 4/20, 5/18, and 6/15 (6:30 pm - 7:30 pm)

Teaneck Public Schools (TPS) SEPAG (Special Education Parent Advisory Group)

Teaneck Public School School District SEPAG was formed to satisfy the New Jersey Department of Education’s mandate: Each district 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. New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14-1.2(h)

What is SEPAG?

SEPAG is a group of volunteer parents and guardians of students with disabilities who work with TPS’s administration and teachers to advise the Board of Education on policy and other matters related to special education services in the district, and serve as a resource by giving information to other parents in Teaneck Township. The committee is in place for all parents and guardians of students with special educational needs.

The purpose of the SEPAG is:

• To provide direct input on the policies, programs and practices that impact services and supports for children with disabilities and their families.

• To increase the involvement of families of children with special needs in making recommendations on special education policy.

• To advise on matters that pertain to the education, health and safety of children with special needs.

• To advise on unmet needs of children with disabilities.

How does SEPAG work?

SEPAG meetings will be held each month during the school year. The meetings will be a mix of executive meetings (reporting meeting for SEPAG representatives and district personnel), parent information/training meetings, and parent/SEPAG input meetings. Updates and meeting information will be located on the TPS website. SEPAG representatives are volunteering their time in coordination with the school, faculty, and administration to assist and share their experiences within the TPS Special Education programs & services. There is no formal training for the volunteers as it is based on life experiences. SEPAG representatives are advised to give general information and refer parents to the right person in the district to talk to about their concerns or questions.