Hanover Public Schools
 
Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
 

  The Mission of the Hanover Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is to work towards the understanding, respect, support, and appropriate education for all children with special needs in our community.
   
  Next PAC Meeting
 
bullet PAC Meeting Information - December, 2008: More Than Basic Rights - What Every Parent Should Know!
   
  What is the PAC?
  The PAC is a parent group whose mission is to develop understanding, respect, support and appropriate education for all children with learning differences in our community. The Hanover PAC will provide an opportunity for parents to network and share information as well as a way to work constructively with our schools to make them the best they can be for all children.
   
  Key Objectives
 
bullet Work with the School Committee to establish procedures related to planning, development and evaluation of the special education program.
bullet Provide regular forums for parents and school personnel to share information and discuss pertinent issues.
bullet Provide training for parents on Special Education laws and regulations as well as the development of educational plans.
bullet Explore opportunities for parents, teachers and other school personnel to participate in joint training to foster mutual understanding.
bullet Establish a support network among parents, including access to relevant information, regulations and laws, training and emotional support.
bullet Promote communication and programs within the community to encourage greater understanding, acceptance, compassion, and inclusion of children with learning differences.
   
  Who Should Be Involved?
 
bullet Parents and/or guardians of children who receive special education services.
bullet Parents who think their child may have some learning issues or differences, behavioral or attention issues.
bullet Parents who are just learning about the special education process and IEPs or who already have a child on an IEP.
bullet Parents of children currently receiving "Early Intervention" services who will be transitioning to the school system when their child turns 3 years old.
bullet Parents and educators who want to work together to learn more about available local resources relating to Special Education.
bullet Parents who would like a support group who understand their issues and concerns.
   
  Why Should I Get Involved?
 
bullet Access to parent to parent meetings and educational workshops.
bullet To learn how to have input into programs that could effect your child.
bullet The opportunity to network with parents who have "been there" - sharing tips, advice and feedback.
bullet To learn to advocate more effectively for your child and learn how to maneuver in the Special Education maze.
   
  Contact PAC
  For more information, please call or email:
     
Karen 781-826-0137  
Mary 781-829-9130
   
  PAC Brochure
  Download the PAC Brochure here . The brochure is formatted as a PDF. Download Adobe Acrobat Reader if you are unable to view the brochure.
   
  PAC Survey
Download the PAC Survey here . The survey is formatted as a PDF. Download Adobe Acrobat Reader if you are unable to view the brochure.