--MEETINGS--
Special Education Parent Teacher Association
145 Merle Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572
2009 - 2010 Meeting Dates
A minimum of six meetings are held during the school year for members of SEPTA as well as
other members of the community. We have guest speakers on pertinent topics that are
important to our parents and teachers.
SEPTA Co-Presidents meet regularly with district administrators, building principals, PTA Co-
Presidents and teachers to ensure that the needs of our children are met.
SEPTA encourages informal networking. Our executive board members are always available
by telephone or e-mail for information, support or problem solving.
Serving on the SEPTA board is a rewarding experience which enables us to make a difference
in the lives of our very special children. We need your active involvement. Please contact one
of our executive board members to discuss how you may become involved.
Membership drives are held at the beginning of the school year. However, you may join SEPTA
at anytime. Dues are used to fund speakers and programs. Strong membership fosters district
wide support for our children, parents and teachers.
October 15th (Thursday)
What Is SEPTA?
07:00 pm School #7 Cafeteria
--ANNOUNCEMENTS--
Nassau County NF (Neurofibromatoses) Support Group
Are you or is your child affected by neurofibromatosis?
Do you feel the need to connect with others whose lives are affected by NF?
This Support Group is a meeting for those living with or affected by NF. It
provides an arena for open discussion, fellowship and education.
The Children’s Tumor Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) medical
foundation, dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals
and families affected by neurofibromatosis (NF).
Monthly Meetings - Hempstead, NY
More info Victoria Ascher 516-833-6461 (H)
www.ctf.org
Five Towns Jewish Community
Special Education
Initiative offers after school religious
programs for children 6-12.
Contact Andrea Bernstein, MS, PD
at 516-319-9856
Creative Movement Classes
for Children with Special Needs
(ages 4-17)
for kids who love dance
call Miss Jessica at 718-326-1708
December 1st (Tuesday)
Special Education Expo
07:00 pm School #8
January 14th (Thursday)
07:00 pm School #7
Staff Appreciation
February 10th (Wednesday)
07:00 pm School #5
Transition Fair
Joining us for the evening will be private practitioners and
representatives from various programs, agencies & colleges.
Focus will be on Post-Secondary Education, Adult
Services, Recreation, Legal and Financial Issues.
April 15th (Thursday)
07:30 pm School #7
SEPTA / #9M & #7 Joint PTA Meeting / Septa Elections
read about Septa Board duties
eSpecialMatch.com
Mike Radicone's Social Network for Special Needs
eSpecialMatch.com is a new social networking site
dedicated to helping the parents of children with
special needs and disabilities connect with others
for information, resources and support.
OCEANSIDE
SEPTA
is an equine program serving individuals with special needs.
Located at Sweet Hills Riding Center in Melville just off Rt 110 in Western
Suffolk County. An indoor arena allows us to operate "rain or shine" so you don't
have to worry about the weather disrupting the schedule.
We can accommodate individuals from 3-103 years old and work with a variety
of special needs from developmental to various physical disabilities.
Our goal is to introduce riders to the special bond they can have with horses.
If you would like more information or to see if this program may be appropriate,
please contact us today.
March 10th (Wednesday)
07:00 pm School #9M
Oceanside Special Education Department and
Oceanside SEPTA proudly present a
Transition Fair
To assist families to begin planning for life after high school
Wednesday, March 10, 2010 * at 7 pm
Oceanside Middle School
186 Alice Avenue
Representatives will be available to discuss:
Post secondary education
Adult services
Recreation opportunities
Legal and financial concerns
Contact the Special Education Office (678-1218) for more information.
*This special event was originally scheduled for February 10, 2010
but has been rescheduled due to weather cancellation
