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Meeting Tools & Resources

Using best practices can help ensure that a SEPAG starts strong and remains effective, with sustained growth and engagement. Using tools can keep the meetings running smoothly and ensure meaningful input from everyone.

Sample Participation Agreement I English: PDF I Modelo de acuerdo de participación I Español: PDF

Developing & Implementing an Effective Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG)  |  This chart includes the steps and questions to consider when developing a SEPAG. Use this tool as a guide for discussion when forming your group. English: DOC / PDF  |  Español: DOC / PDF

Action Minutes—Organizational tool for taking minutes  |  Use this form at meetings to quickly and effectively take minutes, document a group discussion, and create an action plan. It can also be copied into a Google Doc and made interactive so anyone with a link can add comments or suggestions. English: DOC / PDF  |  Español: DOC / PDF

Input Tool for SEPAG Meetings—Organizational Tool for collecting input at SEPAG meetings  |  Use this chart to organize input, identify systemic issues, and include suggestions for possible resolution. It can also be copied into a Google Doc and made interactive so anyone with a link can add comments or suggestions. English: DOC / PDF  |  Español: DOC / PDF

SPAN’s START-EPSD Project is funded through a Cooperative Agreement with the New Jersey Department of Education, Office of Special Education Professional Development.