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• A further appeal is possible to the School Committee if the Superintendent's response is not <br /> satisfactory. A hearing shall be conducted by the School Committee within four weeks of <br /> written notice of an appeal. The student and/or parent/guardian may be represented by an <br /> advocate of his or her choosing to cross-examine witnesses and to present evidence. Written <br /> ■ notice of the decision will be furnished to the student and/or parent/guardian. <br /> A copy of the Massachusetts Student Record Regulations may be obtained through your <br /> school Principal. <br /> . If you have any questions regarding these regulations, please feel free to contact the Principal <br /> of your child's school. <br /> SPECIAL EDUCATION <br /> Chapter 766 of the Acts of 1972, amended Sec. 28, is an educational reform law whose <br /> ■ purpose is to guarantee equal education opportunity for all school-age children requiring <br /> special education. <br /> The law provides for the referral to an Evaluation Team of any student who is unable to <br /> progress effectively in a regular school program. In addition to parents/guardians, the team <br /> can be comprised of a nurse, school counselor, psychologist, Principal, and regular <br /> t classroom teacher. <br /> The Team convenes to review the evaluation of the students to determine eligibility for <br /> services and develop an educational plan which is responsive to his/her individual special <br /> needs. <br /> SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL (SEPAC) <br /> GOALS AND PURPOSE <br /> • To provide representation of all parents/guardians of children eligible to be enrolled <br /> in the Special Education Program. <br /> • To serve as an advocate for all children with special needs. <br /> . . To provide a medium for parents/guardians, professionals and citizens to exchange <br /> information, ideas and experiences. <br /> • To recruit volunteer services from parents/guardians and community resources to <br /> meet identified needs. <br /> • To provide input into planning programs for special needs children. <br /> ■ • To foster a positive attitude toward the Special Education Programs within the <br /> community and the individual school district. <br /> • To inform and educate the public about Special Needs plans and programs. <br /> • To petition for or against legislation pertaining to children with special needs. <br /> • To promote the coordination of existing services for children with special needs <br /> ■ among local, state and federal agencies. <br /> . 35 <br />