WHAT IS SEAC?

Special Education Advisory Council

• Parent driven
• District level
• Provides input to the local school district on system-level challenges in special education and related services

Indicators of a quality SEAC council

What happens at SEAC meetings?

Examples of topics

• District policies and procedures
• Bullying and school climate
• Equity
• Resource allocation
• Parent rights and responsiblities
• Transportation
• Staffing

Preparing to enact change

• Clearly identify your concern
• Gather data and perspectives
• Consider possible solutions

Action agenda

• Agenda item
• Group discussion
• Action decision
• Follow-up plan
• Target completion date

How might you use your local SEAC to address challenges?