• Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council

    The Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SpEdPAC) is the independent districtwide parent advisory council of families with students on IEPs and other interested parties. The parent advisory council duties include but are not be limited to:

    • Advising the district on matters that pertain to the education and safety of students with disabilities 

    • Meeting regularly with school officials to participate in the planning, development, and evaluation of the school district’s specialized services programs

    • Establish by-laws regarding officers and operational procedures

    • Provide information and support to members through direct communication and outreach, and monthly meetings

    Boston SpEdPAC believes that informed and engaged families can best advocate for their children to ensure that their education and social needs are met in the least restrictive environment. The organization holds monthly general meetings to discuss important topics and offer training sessions through our network of experienced professionals.

    The purpose of SpEdPAC is to provide a voice and give support to families of children with special needs. We are a multi-lingual, multi-cultural, council made up exclusively of parent volunteers. We work actively with the Boston Public Schools system to ensure that children get the services and support they need to develop to their full potential. All families are welcome and encouraged to participate. 

  • 2024-2025 Executive Board Officers & Members at Large

    Executive Board Officers

    Kelsey Brendel, Chair
    Bethany Moffi,     Vice Chair
    Lisa Jeanne Graf, Secretary
    Edith Bazile, Treasurer

    Board Members At Large:

    • Tynisa Adell
    • Hope Bastian
    • Melissa Chandler
    • Alexandra "Lexi" Paterra
    • Victoire Salmon

    Alternate Board Members At Large:

    • Keyona Aviles
    • Bessie Maher

  • General Meeting Calendar

    Boston SpEdPAC provides a voice and supports families of students with disabilities in Boston Public Schools. We encourage all families to participate.

    General meetings typically occur every 4th Thursday of the month, with exceptions noted.* All virtual meetings will use the same Zoom link.

    • Thursday, September 26, 2024, 7-8:30 pm | Transportation
    • Thursday, October 24, 2024, 7-8:30 pm | New IEP
    • Wednesday, November 13, 5:30-7:30 pm | Resource Fair (in-person)*
    • Saturday, December 14, 2024, 1:30-4 pm | Family Social (in-person)*
    • Thursday, January 23, 2025, 7-8:30 pm | Therapeutic Services
    • Thursday, February 27, 2025, 7-8:30 pm | Educational Settings, Inclusion, Sub-Separate Classrooms
    • Thursday, March 27, 2025, 7-8:30 pm | ESY/5th Quarter & Summer Services
    • Thursday, April 24, 2025, 7-8:30 pm | Support Services for Students with Autism
    • Thursday, May 22, 2025, 7-8:30 pm | General Elections

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