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S.K. SELAC South Kingstown’s Special Education Local Advisory Committee |
All Children Can Learn!
No matter what needs your child or loved one may have,
he or she has a right to an
appropriate education provided by the state.
Be an advocate for your child and join the SELAC.
SELAC Mission:
The South Kingstown SELAC serves as an advisory group on matters concerning the unmet needs of students with disabilities. Its purpose is to increase the involvement of parents of children with disabilities in making recommendations regarding special education policy issues. It is constituted by statute to advise the South Kingstown School Committee on issues pertaining to special education. A group of parents, professionals and concerned citizens are dedicated to connecting families of children with special needs to individuals and agencies offering information and support in developing, planning and preparing for the education process required to meet their child’s needs.
Who We Are
·         The majority of members of the SELAC is comprised of parents of children with special needs.
·         Other attendees include special education teachers, regular education teachers, administrators,
individuals with special needs, and community members with an interest in special education.
What We Do
·         Advise the school district on matters concerning the unmet needs of students with special needs.
·         Make recommendations on special education policy issues
·         Connect families of children with special needs to individuals and agencies offering info and support in
developing, planning and preparing for the education process required to meet their child’s needs.
·         Act as a local resource for families with concerns about their child’s educational needs.
Who Should Get Involved?
·         Parents and/or guardians of children with special needs.Â
·         Parents, educators, and community members who are interested in special education.
Why Get Involved?
·         To have input into programs that could affect your child.Â
·         To advocate more effectively for your child.Â
·         To support your child as well as other children in the special education community.
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