CAC News
VENTURA COUNTY SELPA, January 2022
INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERS OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
A collaborative partnership of
school districts, staff, students, parents/families, and community agencies
Supporting Equitable Learning, Programs and Access
for ALL students.
WHAT IS THE CAC?
Who is in the CAC?
- Parents/guardians of individuals with disabilities (the majority)
- Representatives of agencies that serve people with disabilities
- School staff
How can I participate?
Members of the public are always welcome to attend CAC meetings and give public comments. CAC Meetings are governed by the Brown Act and only items on the agenda will be discussed. Staff may follow-up as needed. If you prefer to speak with a CAC member privately or by phone, call the SELPA office at (805) 437-1560 for contact information, including the name of your school district representative.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MONTH
Preparing for Life's Transitions
When Your Child Is Turning Three Years Old
you and your student for the move
to high school
Schools or Regional Center?
Student/Parent Transition Checklist
VC SELPA Transition to Adult Life Padlet
UPCOMING EVENTS
Next CAC Meeting:
Monday, January 10, 2022
4:00 - 6:15 PM
Members of the public are always welcome to attend CAC meetings and give public comments.
To receive Meeting Notices Click Here.
Jeanine Murphy, MFT, PPS-C Coordinator: Family, Student, School Collaboration, VC SELPA
Kim De Anda, MFT, Program Specialist, VC SELPA
Students and families have had to adapt to many changes throughout the pandemic. The return to school has been a time of anxiety and stress for many. Ventura County SELPA is excited to announce a forum for families to learn tips and strategies and to discuss ways to support their child's behavioral and social emotional needs. Come with your questions and ideas as we support each other through yet another challenging year.
Each session is offered virtually either in the morning or afternoon. Both sessions will cover the same content; you do not need to attend both.
Social/Emotional Learning Strategies and Simple Conflict Resolution
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Coffee Talk with Jeanine Murphy
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
3:00 – 4:00 PM
There is no cost for the sessions, however, online registration is required. You will receive the Zoom link once your registration is confirmed and we have a current email address.
Equipping Parents to Navigate the IEP Process Series
A collaboration and partnership with VC SELPA & Rainbow Connection Family Resource Center.
Presented by:
VC SELPA Administration Team and
Norma Perez-Sandford, District K-12 Counselor, Fillmore Unified School District
- Have questions about the IEP process?
- Questions about transitioning students and transition process?
- Would you like to be more familiar and comfortable with process(es)?
This series is for you! Come learn about about different aspects of the IEP and get your questions answered!
Transition to Adulthood (English)
Monday, January 31, 2022
6:00 to 7:30 PM
There is no cost for the sessions, however, online registration is required. You will receive the Zoom link once your registration is confirmed and we have a current email addresss.
THE CAC IS HERE TO SUPPORT YOU!
2021-2022 CAC BOARD
Carole Shelton, Chair
Lee Ann Holland, Vice-Chair
Myra Medina, Membership Secretary
Amanda Alfred, Treasurer
Lynda Karl, Parliamentarian
Flavia Seawright, Public Information Officer
CAC 2021-2022 ANNUAL PRIORITIES
The CAC develops Annual Priorities that reflect current issues and are geared toward the support of the students, families, agencies, and districts within the Ventura County SELPA .
- Creating Community
- Legislative Action
- Promote Inclusive Practices
- Mental Health
- Support Social Emotional Learning for Students and Families
- Transition Across the Grade Spans
SELPA RESOURCES
What is Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)?
for 2021-2022?
Celebrate Inclusive Schools throughout your schools and communities in 2022!
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Grief is a natural response to various losses we will experience in our lifetime. Learn about the stages of grief and how to best care for yourself.
Please join us on:
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Register for this free Zoom event via email:
MHSA@ventura.org
Interpretation is available upon prior request.
Independent Living Resource Center (ILRC)
Eligible Californians who are unable to speak, or who have difficulty speaking, can receive a free device and a free speech generating application.
Please contact ILRC to learn about this program:
Phone: (805)650-5993
Video Phone (805)256-1036
Or visit their website:
Rainbow Connection Family Resource Center
For more information and to register or for ongoing Support Groups, Training & Activities go to:
www.rainbowconnectionfrc.weebly.com
Call: 805-485-9643 or 800-332-3679
Email: rainbow@tri-counties.org
Tri-Counties Regional Center
Tri-Counties Regional Center is one of twenty-one non-profit regional centers in California providing lifelong services and supports for people with developmental disabilities residing in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties.
TCRC provides person and family-centered supports for individuals with developmental disabilities to maximize opportunities and choices for living, working, learning, and recreating in the community.
https://www.tri-counties.orgTri-Counties Regional Center Offices
All TCRC offices have re-opened to the public.
On-Call Managers
Simi Valley Office: (805) 456-8020 sv@tri-counties.org
Oxnard Office: (805) 456-8021 ox@tri-counties.org
Early Start Program – Newborn to Age 3, No Referral Needed
Are you concerned about your child's development? Does any aspect of their speech, physical abilities, behavior, or any other area seem delayed? We want you to know that the Tri-Counties Regional Center Early Start program is here to identify and treat developmental delays in children 0-3 years of age. These services are free; there is no cost to you. Our clinical and intake teams are fully operational. Please share the word that anyone may refer to our Early Start program. If you are concerned about your child’s development, visit our Connect with an Intake Coordinator web page. Learn more about our Early Start program here.
State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD)
Welcome to SCDD!
The State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD)is established by state and federal law as an independent state agency to ensure that people with developmental disabilities and their families receive the services and supports they need.
Consumers know best what supports and services they need to live independently and to actively participate in their communities. Through advocacy, capacity building and systemic change, SCDD works to achieve a consumer and family-based system of individualized services, supports, and other assistance.
Vision:
Californians with developmental disabilities are guaranteed the same full and equal opportunities for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness as all Americans.
Mission:
The Council advocates, promotes and implements policies and practices that achieve self-determination, independence, productivity and inclusion in all aspects of community life for Californians with developmental disabilities and their families
CONNECT WITH US
Sign Up for Emails from the Ventura County SELPA
The Ventura County SELPA is dedicated to providing information and support to families and caregivers of students with disabilities so that they can be informed partners in the educational process of their children. There are numerous activities and resources that are provided to fulfill that mission.
Sign up to receive announcements of informational items for families directly to your email.
Ventura County SELPA is on FACEBOOK!
Find the link at: https://www.facebook.com/vcselpa
Ventura County SELPA
The Ventura County SELPA office is responsible for the implementation of the Ventura County Special Education Local Plan, and for ensuring a free appropriate public education to all students with identified disabilities according to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Email: vcselpa@vcoe.org
Website: www.vcselpa.org
Location: 5100 Adolfo Road, Camarillo, CA, USA
Phone: 805-437-1560
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vcselpa
Twitter: @VenturaCOE
THE SPECIAL EDUCATION LOCAL PLAN
SELPA COMMENDATIONS
To nominate someone (Teacher, Student, Parent, Specialist) for "going above and beyond" in serving special education students and/or families, please click here.
SELPA LEADERSHIP AND STAFF
Emily Mostovoy-Luna - Associate Superintendent
Sarah Fontenot- Administrative Assistant III
Local Plan Implementation
Interagency Coordination, Policies & Procedures
SELPA Office Operations
Related Staff: Adapted PE Teachers, Assistive Technology Assessment Center,
Orientation & Mobility Specialists, Residential Placement Consultants
Regina Reed - Director of Personnel Development
Barbara Rush - Administrative Assistant II
Program & Personnel Development
ERSES Program & COEDS
Behavior
Early Start
Related Services Staff: Social/Emotional Services Specialists, DHH Teachers
Joanna Della Gatta - Director of Technical Support and Transition
Mariella Cazares-Flores - Administrative Assistant II
SIRAS Support, Forms & Instructions
Private Schools
Pattern of Strengths & Weaknesses Model
WorkAbility Program
Transition
Related Services Staff: Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, WorkAbility Specialists
Kim DeAnda - Program Specialist
Jeanine Murphy-Coordinator: Family, Student, School Collaboration
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Services