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Andover SEPAC is excited to welcome Engaging Minds, subject matter experts on Executive Functioning, to present “Executive Functioning Strategies for Creating Successful Students.” Please register in advance here.

As families adjust to evenings with their children jam packed with homework, projects, tests and extracurriculars, caregivers quickly become overwhelmed and stressed with the pressures of managing it all. Many are hungry to kick the school year off on the right foot, with skills and strategies to reduce that stress and create independence but do not know where to turn.

Executive function skills are the skills that help us organize, prioritize, initiate tasks, plan, manage time, and follow-through on goals. More directly, executive function skills help students:
• Break down large assignments into smaller, more manageable pieces
• Track daily homework, plan ahead, and keep up-to-date on long-term assignments
• Initiate homework and long-term assignments
• Organize thoughts and ideas for studying, reading comprehension, and to communicate clearly and effectively in their writing

This presentation will demystify the term executive function, discuss why executive function skills are increasingly important for students in today’s world, and offer actionable tips and strategies for parents to implement immediately to help strengthen these skills at home.

Join members of the Andover SEPAC for an informal community chat. Building a supportive community is an invaluable resource for parents/guardians of children with special needs. As always, all are welcome.

We will find a few tables and have signs so you know where to meet us.

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Please join us on Monday September 30th from 5:30-6:30pm for an informal meet and greet at Balmoral Park/Playground. Bring your kids to play on the playground and track while parents/caregivers chat and make connections

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Join members of the Andover SEPAC for an informal community chat. Building a supportive community is an invaluable resource for parents/guardians of children with special needs. As always, all are welcome.

We will find a few tables and have signs so you know where to meet us.

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A free webinar sponsored by the Falmouth, Hamilton/Wenham, Hingham, North Andover, Northbridge, Northboro/Southboro and Norwell SEPACs.

Join Pediatric Neuropsychologists Dr. Erin Gibbons & Dr. Moira Creedon from NESCA’s Planville and Hingham locations. Anxiety disorders are becoming increasingly common among children and adolescents, especially in the wake of the pandemic. Given the rising numbers of affected children and adolescents, it has become increasingly important that a student's emotional health is addressed both at home through private counseling as well as through the provision of school-based services. When students experience a high level of unmitigated anxiety throughout the day, they are less able to lear and meet their potential. This presentation will discuss the overlap between anxiety and learning challenges and how to seek services for anxiety through the school district.

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The LSRHS SEPAC (Lincoln/Sudbury) will be hosting a Virtual presentation by the Federation for Children with Special Needs titled MCAS: Access & Achievement for Students with Disabilities on Thursday 1/25/2024 from 7:00-9:00 PM

In order to participate you must register first here

The Reading SEPAC is hosting the Federation for Children with Special Needs

A comprehensive introduction to special education laws and procedures. 

• Purpose of the law, referrals, evaluations, team meeting process, determining eligibility, services and placement, what if student is not found to be eligible for services, after the team meeting, parent’s response options to an IEP, procedural due process rights for resolving disputes.

• Virtual Event - Registration required -  - Registration Link 

Medford SEPAC is hosting a presentation this Wednesday, 1/10/24, via Zoom on Executive Functioning given by Elise Wulff from MGH Aspire.  This workshop will begin with an overview of the core skills recognized as ‘Executive Functioning’ as well as prioritize concrete strategies that parents and caregivers can apply to help teach and foster independence at home and in the community.

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Meeting ID: 946 397 9246

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Andover SEPAC is excited to host Andrea Morris, the Director of Family Supports at The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport to discuss Transition Planning. Join us to discuss transition timelines to help prepare students for the world beyond secondary education.  We will leave plenty of time for questions.

The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport was formed in 1962 by a small group of concerned individuals and parents determined to improve services for their sons & daughters with developmental disabilities.  Our mission is to advocate, educate, and explore opportunities for personal growth and fulfillment.  We believe in supporting one person and one family at a time.
www.thearcofghn.org

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Attention Parents and Guardians of students in Kindergarten through Grade 3! Must register in advance here. The capacity for this event is 100 participants.

Are you interested in learning more about what early literacy instruction looks like in your child’s classroom? Are you curious about how you can support your child’s early literacy learning at home? Join APS's Literacy Coordinator and Literacy Coaches as they share their insights into what literacy instruction looks like in our K-3 classrooms and some tips and tricks on how you can support your child’s literacy development from home.

Join the Andover SEPAC for an informal networking opportunity. Grab your coffee and learn more about our mission, how we can support you and connect with other members of our community. As always, all are welcome.

Virtual Workshop with replay emailed. Sign up here. The cost is $50.

Sailing through the holiday season, involves managing transitions and festivities, which can lead to some dysregulation.

Join Jessica Raddeo for a workshop providing education and strategies from a nervous system perspective to support you and your little ones.

Jessica Raddeo is a pediatric occupational therapist and nervous system clinician. Having dedicated 17 years to the field of sensory processing, Jessica came to the realization that she too possesses her own intricate nervous system and her regulation is crucial for fulfillment and ease in parenting.

The warrant for the Special Town Meeting was signed by the Select Board on October 18, 2023, and can be viewed online at: andoverma.gov/townmeeting

Ballot Questions:

Article 1: Open Town Meeting

Article 2: Property Tax Limit for Andover Residents 65 or Older

Article 3: Retiree Health Care Premiums

Article 4: Town Meeting Speaking Limits and the Time Clock

Article 5: Reduce the Speed Limit on Several Roadways Under Municipal Jurisdiction

Article 6: Establish and report Key Performance Indicators of Vehicular Traffic Safety

Article 7: Andover High School Schematic Design

Andover Parent to Parent is hosting Sarah Ward, M.S., CCC/SLP. Sarah has over 25 years of experience in the treatment of executive dysfunction. Sarah is an internationally recognized expert on executive function and presents seminars on the programs and strategies for all ages.

ADVANCED REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://fcsn-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpceiurjMqGNYZzPWfHyM2fI3I_vJzqoXP

We are excited to host Lynne Hanley from the Federation for Children with Special Needs to delve into the IEP document, its development, the breakdown of each section and understanding how the document will support a student.

Workshop Topics:

• Why the IEP is Important

• Who is eligible for an IEP

• How the IEP is Developed

• Strengths and Concerns

• Vision Statements

• IEP Sections including PLEP A & B, Annual Goals and Service Delivery Grid

• Differences between Accommodations and Modifications

• Response, Placement and Consent

• Procedural Safeguards and more!

Dyslexia: What 21st Century Science Has Taught Us

Register in Advance Sponsored by LexSEPTA, in partnership with Lexington Public Schools. 

Presentation by Dr. Sally Shaywitz, The Audrey G. Ratner Professor in Learning Development, Co-Director of the Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity and co-author of Overcoming Dyslexia, 2nd edition. 

World renowned expert on dyslexia and reading, Sally E. Shaywitz, M.D will present on the latest research on dyslexia, one of the most common learning disabilities. Please submit questions for Dr. Shaywitz here. The deadline to submit questions is Saturday, Nov 4th. Questions: lexdyslexia@gmail.com