SEPTAS

 

SEPTA long overdue in East Haddam- Newspaper Article

 

Autism Families CONNECTicut (AFC) is a newly-formed non-profit organization created by a group of parents, grandparents, and family members specifically for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in Connecticut.  This organization is dedicated to providing recreational, cultural, and social activities for children with ASD.  For more information and to view the organization’s fall programming schedule visit:  http://www.autismfamiliesct.org/index.php

 

CACLD The Connecticut Association for Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities Founded in 1963. A non-profit organization dedicated to helping children  and adults with learning disabilities and attention deficits.  Serving Connecticut and Westchester County click here for more information

To ensure that all children receive an education that allows them to reach their full potential.

To bring together parents, families and teachers of children with special needs in order to share their experiences.

To educate parents about special education, including the identification and placement procedures for children with special needs.

To inform legislators, school boards, and the community about the importance of special education programs.

To improve the lives of children by providing cultural, social and physical enrichment.

To advocate for children with special needs and their right to a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment.

Anyone that has an interest in the welfare of children with special needs.

Parents, families, teachers, school administrators, students, friends.

Membership is open to all.

Join a SEPTA

Attend meetings

Participate in programs

Volunteer your time

GET INVOLVED!

If you suspect your child has a disability that interferes with learning, you can ask to have your child tested by your school district at no cost to you. You can do this even if your child does not attend public school.

You can see your child’s school records and get a copy of the school records at no cost to you. If your child’s school records contain incorrect or misleading information, you can ask to have the information corrected.

When your child is evaluated for special education, the school must explain the tests your child has been given. If you disagree with the school’s evaluation, you can ask for additional testing or an independent evaluation at no cost to you.

You must be treated as a full and equal member of your child’s Planning and Placement Team (PPT). You should be included in every decision about your child’s special education.

If you disagree with decisions about your child’s special education, you have many rights, including the right to mediation and due process.

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!

We are fortunate to have several SEPTAs organized in Connecticut.  Below we've provided some basic contact information.  If you need more information regarding any of these organizations, contact the CT PTA office.