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Westminster Special Education Parent Teache r Association

Westminster Special Education Parent Teache r Association. What is SEPTA?. SEPTA stands for Special Education Parent Teacher Association. National PTA first introduced the concept of SEPTA in 1996 to address the needs of parents of children with special needs. Mission Statement.

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Westminster Special Education Parent Teache r Association

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  1. Westminster Special Education Parent Teacher Association

  2. What is SEPTA? SEPTA stands for Special Education Parent Teacher Association. National PTA first introduced the concept of SEPTA in 1996 to address the needs of parents of children with special needs.

  3. Mission Statement Bring together families, caregivers, educators, and community member to improve the education and well being of students with different abilities in their school, home, and communities.

  4. Difference Between SEPTA and a regular PTA? SEPTAs are unique. SEPTAs are community-wide organizations. They aren't associated with a single school, like the vast majority of PTAs. And unlike most PTAs, SEPTAs focus primarily on special education issues and advocacy for children with disabilities.

  5. Why should there be a PTA for children with special needs? • Parents need to learn how to work with special educator and other specialist. • Understand the system of special education. • Resources and connect with other parents.

  6. Who are SEPTA members? • Anyone who has an interest in the welfare of children with special needs. • Parents, families, teachers, school administrators, students, friends. • Membership is open to all.

  7. How can I support SEPTA? • Join a SEPTA. Membership is only $5. • Attend meetings. • Participate in programs. • Volunteer your time.

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