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SEPTAR meets on the third Tuesday evening of each month. Our virtual meetings are open to the public and are centered around an informational discussion and/or presentation on a variety of topics.
Membership is open to anyone with an interest in special education. You do not need to have a child in the Redwood City School District to join. Annual fees start at $10.
SEPTAR team collected important resources for you to explore. Please contact us at septarinfo@gmail.com if you need support.
SEPTAR was formed on January 25, 2007 as the first district-wide special education PTA in the Redwood City School District. We offer educational workshops & presentations, support student enrichment programs, disability awareness events and social activities & gatherings.
Community Engagement
Our supportive community is open to all! Join us at the Magical Bridge playground on the third Sunday of the month!
Contact us at (650) 517-3320 or email us at septarinfo@gmail.com for more information.
Board of Directors
President/ Presidenta: Elena Levina
Treasurer/Tesorero: Jessica Donahoe
Secretary/Secretaria: Michelle Gayliardi
Community Liaison/Enlace comunitario: Amanda Trice
Spanish Liaisons/Enlaces Español: Alejandrina Sandoval & Maria Menchaca
Teacher Liaison/Enlace con la maestra: Alison Zlotkin
SEPTAR is a liaison between Redwood City School District families and Special Education Department Staff.
Upcoming Events/Próximos eventos
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
7:00–8:30pm
PANEL DISCUSSION ON SELF-ADVOCACY
Register: https://bit.ly/SEPTAR319
Join us for a discussion with disabled self-advocates! Learn about
how they speak up for themselves to communicate their hopes in living
a self-determined life.
Martes, 19 de Marzo de 2024
7:00–8:30 p.m
Regístrate: https://bit.ly/SEPTAR319
¡Únase a SEPTAR para una discusión con autogestores de personas
discapacitadas! Descubra cómo hablan por sí mismos para comunicar
sus esperanzas de vivir una vida autodeterminada.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
7:00–8:30pm
Register: https://bit.ly/SEPTAR213
INCLUSIVE EDUCATION: PURPOSEFUL FUTURE FOR ALL
Join us for a special evening to discuss meaningful inclusive education for all students. “Inclusion is about a place rooted in belonging, community, and relationships that honors the diversity of all student identities. ”
Martes, 13 de Febrero. 2024 @ 7:00–8:30 pm Regístrate: https://bit.ly/SEPTAR213
EDUCACIÓN INCLUSIVA: UN FUTURO CON PROPÓSITO PARA TODOS
Acompáñenos en una velada especial para hablar de una educación para todos los alumnos. "La inclusión consiste en un lugar arraigado en la pertenencia, la comunidad y las relaciones que honra la diversidad de todas las identidades estudiantiles" .
Tuesday, January 16, 2024 @ 7:00pm
Discover Dyslexia
Gain insights into dyslexia and how to support your child
Speaker: Ashley Koedel, M.A.
Director of Educational Services, Morrissey Compton
Topics Covered:
🚩 Identifying Warning Signs
🌟 Effective Strategies for Parents and Teachers
📝 When to Seek Assessments and Support
Register: bit.ly/SEPTAR116
Martes, Enero 16, 2024 @ 7:00pm
Descubra la Dislexia
Obtenga información sobre la dislexia y cómo apoyar a su hijo
Oradora: Ashley Koedel, M.A.
Director de Servicios Educativos, Morrissey Compton
Tópicos cubiertos:
🚩 Identificación de señales de advertencia
🌟 Estrategias efectivas para padres y maestros
📝 Cuándo buscar evaluaciones y apoyo
Regístrate: bit.ly/SEPTAR116
Martes, Noviembre 21, 2023 @ 7:00pm
ROMPIENDO BARRERAS
Taller sobre el IEP para Padres de Niños que reciben servicios de Educación Especial.
Dr. Gabriela Pérez, de los Servicios de Salud del Comportamiento del Condado de San Mateo, presentará sobre cómo prepararse y entender el proceso de IEP, así como la forma de ser un fuerte defensor de su hijo dentro del sistema de Educación Especial.
Esta presentación será hablada en Español, habrá interpretación simultánea disponible en Inglés.
Registro: bit. y/SEPTAR1121
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 @ 7:00pm
Navigating Transitions
Learn about the important transitions your child will go through in Special Education.
Presenters will be from the RCSD Special Education Department Staff and Teachers, and a representative from the Sequoia Union HS District.
Choose one of 3 breakout rooms: Pre-k to Tk/K, Elementary to Middle School, or 8th Grade to High School
Register: bit.ly/SEPTAR1017
Tuesday, September 19, 2023 @ 7:00pm
Join us to meet Special Education Director, Dr. Maeve Mulholland, and the rest of the Special Education team!
We will discuss plans for this school year, explain different staff roles, different services Redwood City School District offers, and answer your questions in a Q&A session.
Register: bit.ly/SEPTAR919
Thursday, May 18, 2023 @ 7:00pm
Advocacy for Impact
Sheraden Nicholau from the State Council on Developmental Disabilities will share an overview of the State Council’s work and discuss advocacy. Growing your advocacy skills can make a positive impact in your life, and in the lives of others.
Register: https://bit.ly/SEPTARmeet
Thursday, April 20, 2023 @ 7:00pm
Embedded Instruction by Samantha Gross Toews. She will talk about how we can meaningfully design instruction for students with extensive support needs in an inclusive classroom. We hope to see you there!
Register: https://bit.ly/SEPTARmeet
Presentation
Thursday, February 16, 2023 @ 7:00pm
Agenda and Presentation
Register: https://bit.ly/SEPTARmeet
Presentation by Pat Hornbecker, the President of the Board of Directors for The Arc of California. She will speak to us about how she advocated for her disabled son during his school years.
Thursday, January 19, 2023 @ 7:00pm:
Presentation by teachers from Special Day Classes. We will talk about curriculum, daily routines and inclusion support in SDCs. All grade levels will be represented.
Register: https://bit.ly/SEPTARmeet
Thursday, December 15, 2022 @ 7:00pm: Inclusive Schools Week Presentation by Sam Drazin
Register: https://bit.ly/SEPTARmeet
Thursday, November 17, 2022: Association Meeting
Register: https://bit.ly/SEPTAR1117
Agenda and Presentation
Past Events
Thursday, October 20, 2022: Association Meeting
Register: https://bit.ly/SEPTAR1020
Agenda & PresentationMagical Bridge Meetup: Sunday, October 16 at 11am
Thursday, September 15, 2022:
Introduction to Special Education Department
Zoom: https://bit.ly/SEPTAR915
Agenda Presentation
Tuesday, May 24, 2022: Inclusive Education in College: Supporting your Child’s Self-Determination in Preparation for Their Future
Tuesday, March 15, 2022: Creating Financial Security for a Loved One with Special Needs. Tuesday,
March 22, 2022: Parenting When You're Gone.
Martes 24 de Mayo, 2022: Educación Inclusiva en la Universidad: Apoyar la Autodeterminación de su Hijo/a en la Preparación para su Futuro
Martes, 15 de Marzo, 2022: Creación de Seguridad Financiera para un Querido con Necesidades Especiales.
Martes, 22 de Marzo, 2022: Crianza de los Hijos Cuando Te Hayas Ido.