Monterey County SELPA

05/20/2026

Parent Workshop:

Does your child use an Augmentative and Alternative Communication System at school? Are you still trying to figure out how to use that system at home and how to integrate it into your everyday routines? Then this hands-on training opportunity is for you. Please see the flyer for details and registration information. If you have questions, please contact Patti Bangs at SELPA 831-755-0339.

¿Utiliza su hijo en la escuela un sistema de Comunicación Aumentativa y Alternativa de baja o alta tecnología? ¿Todavía está tratando de averiguar cómo utilizar ese sistema en casa y cómo integrarlo en sus rutinas diarias? Entonces, esta oportunidad de capacitación práctica es para usted. Por favor, consulte el folleto para obtener los detalles y la información de inscripción. Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con Veronica Espinoza en SELPA al 831-755-0334.

05/15/2026

05/05/2026

The Monterey County SELPA Community Advisory Committee is hosting a special presentation with Hartnell Community College-Department of Supportive Programs and Services (DSPS) on navigating postsecondary processes.

May 13, 2026
5:30 p.m.
Hybrid Meeting
In person at MCOE Board Room
Or join us on Zoom

Please register here: https://montereycoe.zoom.us/.../WN_mJT24P4UQwa2koYl_d0Ibw

05/05/2026

The SELPA Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meets regularly to discuss topics of interest to parents and community members who take an active interest in all matters concerning special education in Monterey County. The CAC reviews and makes recommendations relating to the SELPA Local Plan and participates in other activities to support students with disabilities in our area. The CAC also assists SELPA in developing the parent education program. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., MCOE Board Room and via Zoom webinar. Please register here: https://montereycoe.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mJT24P4UQwa2koYl_d0Ibw.

04/16/2026

Autism Acceptance in Action a virtual event for families is being hosted by CAPTAIN 007 cadre from Monterey and San Benito County on April 25 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Please see the flyer for more details and register to attend.

04/16/2026

Shout out to the members of the Voices of the Amazing A from Alisal High School. They were part of a student panel that shared their lived perspectives as autistic students. They shared their own experiences and provided suggestions to educators who were in attendance at Monterey County's Inclusive Learning Community of Practice. This event was hosted by Monterey County Educational Services Department.

03/24/2026

WorkAbility Family Transition Network Webinar Series

MPUSD has one of two WorkAbility programs in the county. NMCUSD has the second. One of the goals of this grant is to support families in students' transitions, so an offshoot of our group has created this online scope and sequence for families. All sessions will be held virtually. Use this link to join ALL sessions: REGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0OqjEpBcRgao8ahaN3HW6w #/registration

03/05/2026

03/05/2026

The SELPA Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meets regularly to discuss topics of interest to parents and community members who take an active interest in all matters concerning special education in Monterey County. The CAC reviews and makes recommendations relating to the SELPA Local Plan and participates in other activities to support students with disabilities in our area. The CAC also assists SELPA in developing the parent education program. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 11, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., MCOE Room G and via Zoom webinar. Please register here:
https://montereycoe.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p4X3lJlYSxewxjIFuEXoVQ

02/17/2026