MTSD SEPAG

03/13/2026

Please take a moment to complete the anonymous survey for the SEPAG.

03/04/2026

PDA is not recognized in the US yet and is not part of the American DSM, however I can attest that learning about it from multiple sources, applying the techniques, and honestly, changing our parenting and overall expectations for our son has made an immense difference in his "behaviors" over the past year.
I encourage everyone to learn about Pathalogical Demand Avoidance, aka, Persistent Drive for Autonomy and work to helping your child in a very NEW way - that works for them and your family.

It's hard, but worth it. Don't give up, nor accept someone else's assessment of your child if this had NOT been considered.

Once you learn about it and if you try a new approach and see any positive change at home, the harder part will be getting the IEP goals to align for success and getting the schools to adjust as well.
Heather Renee

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A year ago, I put a call out to the wider community of neurodivergent families and individuals asking for you to share your tips for surviving when in crisis and/or burnout.

I was tired of hearing inaccessible and unsolicited advice dished out to families and individuals on how to care for ourselves such as going for a walk, drinking tea or meditating when many of us were not able to use the toilet alone let alone go for a walk or make a cup of tea at all.

We've now gone ahead and put your collective wisdom into a free guide - our gift to you.

A HUGE thanks as always to my amazing friend and admin/support extraordinaire Kristy T for collating all of the responses, and putting this guide together.

Once you follow the link and enter your details, you'll receive an email with the download to your inbox. You'll also be subscribed to our mailing list, and you are always free to unsubscribe.

Click the link below to access your free copy.

- KF

https://www.kristyforbes.com.au/pl/2148752103

03/03/2026

02/22/2026

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I how this opens well.

02/07/2026

Fantastic people here, very open, caring and dedicated. Plus the atmosphere is great, no Florescent lighting or cold institutional walls.

01/24/2026

Please share with all parents and guardians

The following survey is completely anonymous unless you add your name and email at the end for a SEPAG response. The school or central administration will NOT see this information. SEPAG wants to collect information on where suspensions/detentions are occurring, particularly for students with IEPs o...

01/15/2026

This is tonight! Important to learn how to answer the questions regarding your child to accurately represent their needs and ensure they receive the correct budget tier for services

Free Webinar: Understanding the New Jersey Comprehensive Assessment Tool (NJCAT)

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Navigating New Jersey’s disability services can feel overwhelming, and understanding the New Jersey Comprehensive Assessment Tool (NJCAT) is a critical step in accessing the right level of support through the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).

Join Trisha Bailey, Trainer at Caregivers of New Jersey, for a free, informative webinar designed to help individuals with disabilities and their families understand the NJCAT process and advocate with confidence.

This webinar will provide clear guidance on how NJCAT impacts DDD eligibility, service tiers, and long-term supports in New Jersey.

Join us tomorrow, January 15th at 6:30pm and gain the knowledge and confidence needed to navigate NJCAT and make informed decisions about disability services in New Jersey.

01/15/2026

January 21st
Parents & Guardians,

Please join us for our monthly Virtual Parents Support Group on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:30pm. Come meet our presenter, Frank Latham of New Jersey Council of Developmental Disabilities.

Link to join is in the comments

We hope to see you there!

01/13/2026

Open post to read: https://www.nj.gov/education/sseac/agenda/?fbclid=IwdGRzaAPTm-NjbGNrA9Obu2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHu79XidUVIH0qldWYx68El2-BynbB5N-54WZDstZGbj6gPY78W7CdYr1MOio_aem_kvy8Lhw8ocfs8RBHmfzn2A

January 15th, virtual meeting. SEPAGS holding NJDOE accountable for lack of instruction, guidance and compliance with IDEA.

Join to hear what other districts are reporting and where/how the SEPAG structure may change

Meeting Schedule, Directions & Agendas

01/12/2026

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