Welcome to EPSD

Agenda for meeting:
Easthampton Public Schools
Special Education Parent Advisory Council

Agenda
Regular Meeting May 26, 2022
6:30 PM

Location: Mountain View School - Middle School Cafeteria

1. Introductions
2. Carey Goldenberg - Occupational Therapist - Presentation (see description below)
3. Questions, Concerns, Networking - open only to parents/caregivers
4. Adjourn

This meeting will be hybrid. RSVP to Sepac@epsd.us to request a zoom link

RSVP to Sepac@epsd.us to request Spanish translation be available.

Intro to Sensory Processing:
Join us to learn about sensory processing. In this session, we’ll learn about our 8 sensory systems and the many ways sensory differences present challenges and opportunities for learning, participating, and navigating our many environments. Our district occupational therapist, Carey Goldenberg is certified in sensory integration and has over two decades of experience supporting children and families with sensory differences.

Dear Easthampton School Community,

With spring and summer camps around the corner, ELF wanted to share two opportunities with you that might be helpful for your own family planning or that you could bring to the attention of others in our school community:

Camp Kinda Membership: ELF is providing access to Camp Kinda for all Easthampton Public School families. Camp Kinda is an online exploratory learning experience designed to keep kids ages 3-13 engaged, curious, and entertained—at home.

To join, visit CampKinda.org, and use code ELF44 to register for free today.

If your family doesn't have access to a laptop or internet services, please reach out to EPS's Family and Engagement Coordinator, Jean Libby (jlibby@epsd.us; 413-529-1500 EXT: 142).

Camp Stipends/Camperships: Stipends are given to families of students from EPS grades K-12, on free and reduced lunch and/or limited financial resources, to help cover the cost of attending camps during spring and summer breaks. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and funds will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis, until funding runs out – whichever comes first.

To apply, please click this announcement to fill out the simple form.

Applications will be reviewed by EPS’s Family and Engagement Coordinator, Jean Libby, and/or building principals. Please note that all information will be kept confidential. Jean is also happy to connect with you to discuss opportunities that might be a good fit with your child(ren), and share a listing of local camps.

To make a gift to support ELF and our initiatives, or to learn more about our work, visit elfhelps.org. We’d also love to hear from you! Reach out to us at contact@elfhelps.org.

With thanks,

Gen Brough Jenny Papageorge

President Grants Chair

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