Wellesley SEPAC serves as the official special education parent advisory council to Wellesley Public Schools (WPS). We work collaboratively with district leaders to support and improve special education programs and services.
All membership meetings and events are open to parents, caregivers, educators, and community members. Our membership consists of parents and caregivers of students who:
We offer a mix of daytime and evening programs, including both virtual and in-person events, to make participation accessible to as many families as possible.
Click on any event below for details, registration information, and meeting links.
📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
🕙 10:00-11:00 AM ET
💻 Virtual via Zoom
Join us for our first membership meeting of the school year. Learn about recent SEPAC initiatives, upcoming programming, and opportunities to connect with other families.
📅 Monday, September 28, 2026
🕠 5:30-7:30 PM ET
📍 Hardy Innovation Lab
Wellesley SEPAC and WPS will present the district's annual Basic Rights workshop focused on understanding the IEP process and special education rights.
Please note: This event will not be recorded.
📅 Monday, October 19, 2026
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 In Person (Registration Required)
Connect with other families and learn about current SEPAC initiatives.
[Registration is not yet open]
📅 Friday, November 20, 2026
🕢 9:00 AM
📍 In Person (Location TBD)
Don't see a program that works with your schedule? We offer meetings throughout the year at different times and formats. Visit this page often or subscribe to SEPAC updates for the latest events and resources.
Friday, May 15, 2026 · 9:00–10:30 am · in person · Hardy Innovation Lab
Membership meeting and officer elections.
Monday, April 13, 2026 · 9:00–10:30 am · in person (registration required)
Evening SEPAC membership meeting and social.
Monday, March 16, 2026 · 9:00–10:30 am · Hunnewell Innovation Lab
SEPAC Membership Meeting and Understanding the IEP Process led by WPS Student Services Office. Slides are available on the resources page.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 · 7:00–8:00 pm · via Google Meets
SEPAC-led parent/caregiver discussion to review context and help families prepare feedback and questions for Superintendent's March 3 meeting.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · 7:00–8:30 pm · via Google Meets
Executive Functioning: Fostering Age-Appropriate Independence by Empowering Children's Capabilities led by Newton Neuropsychology Group.
Monday, January 26, 2026 · 7:00–8:00 pm · via Zoom
SEPAC Membership Meeting – virtual meeting with SEPAC updates and open discussion.
Friday, January 9, 2026 · 9:30–11:00 am · Launch at Regis College
Specialized Programs in WPS: TLC and Launch – Co‑hosted with the WPS Student Services Office. Overview of the Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC, K–8) and Launch (post‑secondary) programs.
Friday, December 5, 2025 · 9:00 am · Hardy Innovation Lab (through the library)
SEPAC Coffee & Conversation with Student Services.
Monday, October 27, 2025 · 7:30 pm · in person (registration required)
Evening SEPAC membership meeting and social.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 · 10:00–11:00 am · via Zoom
SEPAC Membership Meeting – virtual.
Monday, September 15, 2025 · 5:30–7:30 pm · Hardy Innovation Lab
Annual Basic Rights Presentation: Understanding the IEP – with educational advocate Lucy Verhave, co‑hosted by Wellesley SEPAC and WPS.
Friday, September 5, 2025 · 9:00–10:00 am · WPS Central Office (40 Kingsbury St, enter from D’Auria Dr)
Meet the SEPAC Leadership and WPS Student Services Team – Coffee & Conversation led by Interim Assistant Superintendent for Student Services Dr. Midge Connolly.
Recording policy
WPS policy prohibits:
during meetings without consent. Please respect the privacy of students, families, and staff.
Accessibility and accommodations
WPS and Wellesley SEPAC are committed to providing an environment that is accessible and inclusive for individuals with disabilities. If you need a disability‑related accommodation or interpretation services for any SEPAC meeting or event, please email info@wellesleysepac.org as early as possible so we can assist you.