We are an established SEPAC, whose focus is that of enhancing the parental voice in Special Education in the City of Malden. Our mission is to promote a family-school relationship of mutual involvement and respect. Our primary consideration is the well-being of the student, regardless of disability, culture or background.

PURPOSE
Advance the public school education of children with Special Needs
Promote meaningful parent-participation
Advise and support at the school, district, and state levels

WE ARE
Governed by elected board members that volunteer.
Assisted by school district, teachers, students and parent volunteers.

ABOUT US
Collectively we represent hundreds of Malden parents with Special Needs children.
We ensure that parents have a strong voice in their child’s education.
We ensure that the Malden Public Education system remains focused on the needs of its students.
We support parents in navigating the Special Education system as they exercise their rights and the rights of their children.
We hold regular meetings to discuss Special Education issues.

Date: September 23, 2024
Location: Salemwood School and Zoom
Topic: Malden SEPAC September Meeting: Introduction to the New IEP
Overview:  Malden SEPAC held an Information Night with the goal to provide parents and caregivers necessary information about the new IEP that will be implemented in Massachusetts in the 2024/2025 school year. Program Managers Stephanie Scalese and Jared Wickham from Malden Public Schools presented the updates, provided feedback and answered questions. In addition, we introduced the new Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Timothy Sippel and welcomed Pam MacDonald, Assistant Superintendent of Special Services.
Presentation Slides: Attached here