Special Education Advisory Council
The Special Education Parent Advisory Committee strives to support high quality special education programs, serves as a resource to Pacifica families of children with special needs and increases awareness and inclusiveness in the educational environment and beyond. The SEPAC is made up of at least one parent representative from each school, as well as district administrators and staff. This multidisciplinary team meets throughout the school year to share input, ideas, and ultimately work together on the shared goal of providing the best programs and services for the students with IEPs in the Pacifica School District.
The SEPAC continues to recruit for members for the 2022-2023 school year, as well as 2023-2024. If you are interested in representing your school, please contact:
John Bartfield, Director of Special Education and Student Services at jbartfield@pacificasd.org or (650) 738-6627
If you would like to speak with a parent representative please contact:
Linda Banares at lwbanares@gmail.com
Past Presentations
For those who were unable to attend or would like to revisit the materials, below are links to the presentation slides and recordings:
- 4/23/24: Executive Functioning
- 4/15/24: Supporting Mental Health at Home and in Crisis
- 2/27/24: Using Literature to Foster Disability Awareness at Home
- 1/30/24: Post Pandemic Mental Health: Trauma Informed Schools and Practices
- 11/28/23: Transitions from Preschool to Post-Secondary
- 4/25/23: Bully-Proofing Your Child and Building Resilience in Your Family
- 2/28/23: Growing Minds: Understanding your Child's Developing Brain
- 12/13/22: Inclusive Practices
- 11/15/22: Transitions from Preschool to Post-Secondary
- 10/18/22: Executive Functioning
- 9/13/22: Communication with your Child's IEP Team and Case Manager