Evening Presentations

Join us to discuss special education issues, programs, and concerns.

Newton Parent Advisory Council (NewtonPAC) for Special Education meetings are free and open to all people interested in learning more about special education in Newton.

Effective Communication and the IEP

by Elizabeth Bostic, Federation for Children with Special Needs

Thursday, February 9 at 7:30 PM

This workshop addresses the communication skills needed by parents participating as members of the IEP Team.  The presentation includes communication skill building techniques to help parents engage effectively in the IEP process through clear concise communication.  Participants will learn about pitfalls to avoid and applying best practice strategies to resolve conflict when it occurs.

Room 210 at 100 Walnut Street, Newtonville.

Networking and light refreshments beginning at 7:15 pm.

Please plan to attend!   Questions, contact Sandy and Jo-Louise at info@newtonpac.org.

2011-2012 Evening Meetings

October 3, Monday Middle/High School NPS Special Education Programs with Judy Levin-Charns
October 20, Thursday Preschool and Elementary School NPS Special Education Programs with Judy Levin-Charns
November 3, Thursday IEP Goals and your Child: How to Determine Effective Progress by Dan Heffernan, Esq.
December 1, Thursday Basic Rights in Special Education by Tim Sindelar, Esq.
January 12, Thursday
begins at 7:00 pm
Components of a Quality Reading Program for Children with Dyslexia by Elaine Holden
February 9, Thursday Effective Communication and the IEP by Elizabeth Bostic from the Federation for Children with Special Needs
March 1, Thursday
Room 304
Transitioning from High School to Adulthood presented by Jill Curry, NPS
April 3, Tuesday Executive Function in Middle and High School – presentation by NPS
May 3, Thursday Brainstorming – Special Education and PAC Goals for 2012-2013
June 7, Thursday 3rd Annual Awards Celebration

Unless otherwise noted, all meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Education Center, 100 Walnut Street, Newtonville, in Room 210. Light refreshments and networking start at 7:15.