2025–2026 Membership Meetings & Events – Open to All

Wellesley SEPAC plays an important advisory role for Wellesley Public Schools (WPS) on matters related to special education. SEPAC officers meet regularly with district administrators and participate in the planning, development, and evaluation of special education programs.

Our membership meetings and events are open to all—including parents and caregivers of students who:

  • Attend Wellesley Public Schools
  • Attend out‑of‑district placements
  • Are residents of Wellesley, whether or not they currently have an IEP or 504 plan

After the formal meeting concludes, we invite you to stay and meet other parents and caregivers who can help answer questions and share experiences. We offer a mix of daytime and evening, in‑person and virtual meetings.

We hope you can join us!


Upcoming Meetings & Events (2025-2026)

1. Executive Functioning: Fostering Age-Appropriate Independence by Empowering Children's Capabilities

    Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026

    Time: 7:00–8:30 pm

    Format: Virtual – Google Meet

    Topic: Executive Functioning: Fostering Age‑Appropriate Independence by Empowering Children’s Capabilities

    Description:
    The Newton Neuropsychology Group will lead a presentation focused on building students’ executive functioning and independence across key school transitions. Families will learn practical strategies they can use at home and in partnership with schools.

    2. SEPAC Membership Meeting – In Person

      Date: Monday, March 16, 2026

      Time: 9:00-10:00 am

      Location: In person (location TBD)

      Description:

      General SEPAC membership meeting with updates from SEPAC leadership and time for questions and discussion.

      We will post additional 2025–2026 meetings as they are scheduled. Please check back or subscribe to our newsletter for updates.



      Past Meetings & Events (2025-2026)

      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. Space was limited; advance registration required.

      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 & Accessibility 

      Recording policy

      WPS policy prohibits:

      • Taking pictures
      • Recording video
      • Recording conversations

      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.