Needham SEPAC

We are parents and guardians of special education students who provide information and support to each other. We meet regularly with school administrators to give input about the policies and programs that affect our children.

Upcoming Monthly Meeting - first Tuesday of every month

Tuesday March 3rd, 2026, 12:00 - 1:30 PM

 Zoom  •  Meeting ID: 617 696 9653  •  Passcode: 383531 •  Agenda

We welcome questions in advance: co-chairs@needhamsepac.org

March Meeting Topics: 

(1) Supportive Discipline in Needham Public Schools 

Alison Coubrough-Argentieri, Interim Director of School Counseling for PreK-6, will present on NPS Supportive Discipline: Building Systems for Behavior Supports - implementing consistent discipline practices, understanding behavior, providing effective support, and interventions.

 (2) DESE Integrated Monitoring Review- Week of March 16th

Stephanie Wyman, Executive Director of Special Education, will provide an overview of the DESE Integrated Monitoring Review occurring in March (see details below).

DESE Integrated Monitoring Review

During the week of March 16, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) will conduct its regularly scheduled Integrated Monitoring Review of Needham Public Schools. This review, conducted every three years, ensures the district is meeting state standards in Special Education and Equal Access.

This year’s review focuses on special education licensure and professional development, implementation and oversight of IEPs, parent and community engagement (including Child Find), facilities and classroom observations, time and learning, and equal access.

The review process includes staff interviews, student record and policy reviews, and school visits. Families and staff may also be invited to participate in focus groups. Interpretation and accommodations will be provided as needed.

How You Can Participate

• Complete the Survey: Parents/guardians of students receiving special education services will receive a survey by mail or email (available in multiple languages and formats). Your feedback is important.

• Request an Interview: Parents/guardians and community stakeholders may request a phone interview with the Review Chairperson by calling (781) 338-3790.

• Learn More: Attend the Tues 3/3 Monthly Meeting and/or read the DESE outreach notification for more details about the review.

Within approximately 60 business days of the onsite visit, DESE will issue a public report outlining findings and any required next steps. The report will be available here: DESE_IMR_Needham

District Overview of Special Education Services and Programs - Recording

Wednesday December 3, 2025 6:30-7:30 pm 

Annual overview of what Needham has to offer students with all types of needs at all of our schools, from preschool through age 22.