SSD.Leadership School Communication
Family and Staff Newsletter September 2022
Greetings Families & Staff~
We want to extend to you and your family a very warm welcome back to school. This past week, we spent a lot of time getting to know each other and making new friends. We also spent some time practicing routines and learning classroom and building expectations. While we will continue learning about each other this week, we will also begin teaching and learning.
Throughout the year, you will receive communication from staff who work closely with your child. They will partner with you and your family to ensure your child has a successful school year. If you have any questions about your child's' programming, please don't hesitate to reach out to any of us. We look forward to growing and learning alongside your children.
In partnership,
DeAndria Player, Director of Special Education dmplayer@ssdmo.org
Barbara Champagne, Special Education Coordinator bachampagne@ssdmo.org
Lynette Swift-Elliott, Special Education Coordinator lswift-elliott@ssdmo.org
Has someone made a positive impact on you or your student? Let them know!
Family and Community Engagement (FACE)
Face Family Workshop and Community Collaborations: https://www.ssdmo.org/Page/495
School Supplies: If you are in need of school supplies, please contact Adrienne Eaglin at 314.989.8311 to schedule a pickup or shop at the Family Resource Hub located at North Technical High School.
FACE Supports Family Engagement Across the District
The mission of FACE is to partner with students, families, and staff to support students throughout the District. These supports will include specialized academic, social, and emotional needs to promote self-determination, equitable opportunities, and authentic inclusion.
To learn more and keep up to date on the great events hosted by FACE during the 2022-23 school year, visit http://www.ssdmo.org/face.
SSD Family Leadership Institute-Fall 2022
SSD’s Family and Community Engagement (FACE) program is seeking applicants interested in participating in the Fall 2022 SSD Family Leadership Institute.
Family Leadership Institute participants have the opportunity to:
- Build understanding of future planning and problem-solving utilizing the Charting the LifeCourse tools.
- Learn to effectively participate in their student's education and improve the educational climate for all children.
- Learn how to positively interact and collaborate with other families and school personnel.
- Discover new resources and network with other families.
This program, which is offered at no cost to participants, is designed for family members who are the educational decision-makers for a student with a disability.The four sessions will be held in-person on Wednesdays from 5:30-8:30 PM on Oct. 12, 19, 26, and Nov. 2. Dinner will be provided for attendees.
Apply Online!
Interested in joining this year's Family Leadership Institute?
Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
The SSD Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is comprised of families advising and collaborating to improve the education, confidence and social outcomes of each student served by SSD. The PAC consists of five parents or guardians – one member and four alternates – from each of the 22 St. Louis County school districts and from each of the five SSD special education schools. The parents or guardians of students receiving special education services in that district or school elect SSD PAC members.
The SSD Parent Advisory Council has scheduled the following meetings for the 2022-2023 school year. All meetings are held virtually via Zoom, from 7-9 PM. Additional information about meetings, including agendas, can be found on the PAC's website.
Get Involved with the SSD PAC
- Network and communicate with other parents of children who receive special education service.
- Become as informed as possible about special education services
- Improve communication between your local school district and SSD
- Create a positive understanding and awareness of students with disabilities
- Establish a network of advocacy for local, state and national disability issues
Special School District Upcoming Events
September 2022
Sept. 5: Schools Closed in Observance of Labor Day
Sept. 14: Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Meeting 7pm-9pm
Sept. 19: Governing Council Meeting 7pm
Sept. 21: FACE Workshop: IEP & Effective Communication
Sept. 27: Notice of Proposed Tax Rate 5:40pm
Sept. 27: Board of Education Business Meeting 5:45pm
Sept 28: FACE Workshop: Strategies to Improve Students' Executive Functioning
Special School District of St. Louis County
Email: dmplayer@ssdmo.org
Website: www.ssdmo.org
Location: 12110 Clayton Road, Wildwood, MO, USA
Phone: 314.989.8100
Facebook: www.facebook.com/SSDStLCo
Twitter: @SSDDStLCo
The Leadership School Upcoming Events
September 2022
Sept. 5: Schools Closed in Observance of Labor Day
Sept. 16: Early Release Day/Staff Professional Development
The Leadership School
Website: https://www.theleadershipschoolstl.org/
Location: 1785 Pennsylvania Avenue, St. Louis, MO, USA
Phone: 314-409-2308