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Policy and Procedure Resources
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Support Resources
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Each district board of education shall ensure that a special education parent advisory group is
in place in the district to provide input to the district on issues concerning students with disabilities. (N.J.A.C. 6A:14-1.2(h))
A Guide for Best Practices in Developing and Implementing an Effective SEPAG
- Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) Manual (English)
- Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) Manual (Spanish)
The SPAN Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN) faciliates the START-Engaging Parent of Students with Disabilities (EPSD) project. This project offers assistance and services through workshops trainings, and parent leadership development activities. These efforts aim to support the engagement of families to improve outcomes for students, including developing and supporting Special Education Parent Advisory Groups (SEPAGs) in communities and school districts. Click on the link below for more information.