OUR MISSION
Norfolk Special Education Parent Advisory Council
The Norfolk Special Education Parents Advisory Council (SEPAC) strives to collaborate with and advise the school committee and administration to continually improve the educational experience for all Norfolk children and families. We promote improved education and success for students with disabilities, ensuring they receive equal access to education within our schools and community.
The Norfolk SEPAC provides a network for parents of children with disabilities to access local resources, gain support and share ideas. SEPAC encourages families to be involved in all district policy discussions.
Norfolk SEPAC is a 501(c)(3) volunteer-led organization. All donations to our organization are tax deductible.
BOARD MEMBERS
Kayla Costa, Mike McCarthy, Co-Chairs
Taiese Hickman, Chair of Technology
Melissa Cyr, Chair of Finance
Karen Murphy, Chair of Marketing
Sarah Logie, Volunteer & Fundraising Coordinator
Stefanie Durniok, Jianmei Bai, Karen Mazzola,
Board Members
HELPING THE COMMUNITY
The Norfolk SEPAC is run by Norfolk parents and provides a great support system for families with all types of needs. We offer educational presentations, resources, information on the IEP process, and opportunities for parents and students to connect in a supportive and inclusive environment.
BENEFITS AND ACCESS
Our goal is to promote great opportunities for parents of children with special needs. We believe that with access to the right resources, children can become empowered by their own abilities and gain the confidence to fulfill their potential.
Upcoming Events
FK Start: Sept. 30th, HOD Start: Oct. 1H.O.D. and Freeman Kennedy SchoolFK Start: Sept. 30th, HOD Start: Oct. 1H.O.D. and Freeman Kennedy School, 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USAFK Start: Sept. 30th, HOD Start: Oct. 1H.O.D. and Freeman Kennedy School, 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USAFK IS AT CAPACITY - A FEW SPACES ARE OPEN FOR HOD! An exciting program designed to improve children's physical, mental, and emotional well-being through active play sponsored by the Norfolk PTO and Norfolk SEPAC!
Mon, Dec 02Freeman Kennedy School libraryDec 02, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMFreeman Kennedy School library, 70 Boardman St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USA- Mon, Dec 02Norfolk Public LibraryDec 02, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AMNorfolk Public Library, 2 Liberty Ln, Norfolk, MA 02056, USA
Fri, Oct 25H Olive Day SchoolOct 25, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMH Olive Day School , 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USAOct 25, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMH Olive Day School , 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USAJoin us for our 10th annual SEPAC Halloween event! Volunteers will decorate their cars and bring Halloween treats to share. Bring your families, wear your costumes and get ready for a frightfully fun Halloween night with our school community! **Costumes are highly encouraged**
Fri, Oct 25H. Olive Day SchoolOct 25, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMH. Olive Day School, 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USAOct 25, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMH. Olive Day School, 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USAWould you consider hosting your "trunk" for our trick-or-treaters? The Norfolk SEPAC is looking for volunteers to decorate their cars for our annual Trunk of Treat Event. We are also looking for small businesses to participate: i.e. a creative "candy monster" donation, music vendors, arts and crafts
Thu, May 09King Philip Middle School LibraryMay 09, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMKing Philip Middle School Library, 18 King St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USA
Sat, May 04Franklin Country ClubMay 04, 2024, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMFranklin Country Club, 672 E Central St, Franklin, MA 02038, USAMay 04, 2024, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMFranklin Country Club, 672 E Central St, Franklin, MA 02038, USAFirst Annual Growing Together Fundraiser. Don your best fascinator and gallop into an unforgettable evening of horse racing, cocktails, dancing, appetizers and dinner stations as the PTO and SEPAC unite for a school fundraiser like no other.
Multiple DatesThu, Apr 11NorfolkApr 11, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDTNorfolk, 70 Boardman St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USAApr 11, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDTNorfolk, 70 Boardman St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USASEPAC meetings are open to all parents in the Norfolk school district. Volunteers are always welcome. Our meetings take place on the second Thursday of every month and will be virtual for the time being. We hope to see you there! #joinus- Mon, Nov 13NorfolkNov 13, 2023, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AMNorfolk, 2 Liberty Ln, Norfolk, MA 02056, USA
- Tue, Nov 07NorfolkNov 07, 2023, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMNorfolk, 2 Liberty Ln, Norfolk, MA 02056, USA
Fri, Oct 27H Olive Day SchoolOct 27, 2023, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMH Olive Day School , 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USAOct 27, 2023, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMH Olive Day School , 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USACome join us for our favorite annual SEPAC Halloween event! Volunteers will decorate their cars and bring Halloween treats to share. Bring your families, wear your costumes and get ready for a frightfully fun Halloween night with our school community! **Costumes are highly encouraged**- Fri, Oct 27H. Olive Day SchoolOct 27, 2023, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMH. Olive Day School, 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USAOct 27, 2023, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMH. Olive Day School, 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USAWould you consider hosting your "trunk" for our trick-or-treaters? The Norfolk SEPAC is looking for volunteers to decorate their cars for our annual Trunk of Treat Event. We are also looking for small businesses to participate: i.e. a creative "candy monster" donation, music vendors, arts and crafts
- Thu, Sep 14Freeman Kennedy School LibrarySep 14, 2023, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDTFreeman Kennedy School Library, 70 Boardman St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USASep 14, 2023, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDTFreeman Kennedy School Library, 70 Boardman St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USACome join us in the Freeman Kennedy Library for our first meeting of the year. Get to know the members of the Norfolk SEPAC Board and learn more about who we are and what we do. All parents with children in the Norfolk School District are welcome to attend.
- Multiple DatesThu, Jun 08NorfolkJun 08, 2023, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM EDTNorfolk, 258 Dedham St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USA
Sat, Apr 29MedwayApr 29, 2023, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMMedway, 116 Main St, Medway, MA 02053, USA
Mon, Mar 27Virtual EventMar 27, 2023, 7:00 PM – Mar 28, 2023, 9:00 PMVirtual Event
Fri, Mar 03RibpublicMar 03, 2023, 5:00 PM – Mar 04, 2023, 12:00 AMRibpublic , 26 Park St, Medfield, MA 02052, USAMar 03, 2023, 5:00 PM – Mar 04, 2023, 12:00 AMRibpublic , 26 Park St, Medfield, MA 02052, USASunday Dinner? We've got you covered! Ribpublic BBQ is coming to town. Place your online order today and support Norfolk PTO and Norfolk, MA SEPAC. Visit bit.ly/norfolkfundraiser to place an order by March 3rd for a March 5th pickup!- Fri, Oct 21HODOct 21, 2022, 5:30 PMHOD, 232 Main St, Norfolk, MA 02056, USA
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