Welcome to the MTSD Special Education Parents Advisory Group (SEPAG) homepage! The Monroe Township School District is committed to ensuring all learners are offered dynamic learning experiences. For questions or support, please contact MTSEPAG@aol.com.
What is MTSD SEPAG? MTSEPAG is a parent-led advisory group for the parents/guardians of students receiving special education services. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) encourages parents and educators to work collaboratively, emphasizing that as a team they are uniquely suited to make decisions that help improve the educational experiences and outcomes of children with disabilities. In New Jersey School, school districts are required to have a SEPAG.
Each Board of Education shall ensure that a special education parent advisory group in in place in the district to provide input to the district on issues concerning students with disabilities. [New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14-1.2(h)]
MEETING DATES | SY 25-26
MTSD SEPAG Meetings | Monthly Meetings usually take place 6:30 -8pm via Zoom on 2nd Thursday of month in September, November, January, March, May, and June. (Due to holidays and school calendar some dates may change). Meetings will have participation of District Leaders. (SEPAG leaders will meet with District Leaders monthly and advise outcomes
Meeting Dates 25-26
September 11, 2025 | Parent/district Leader
November 13, 2025 | Parent/District Leader
January 8, 2026 | Parent/District Leader
March 12, 2026 | Parent/District Leader
May 14, 2026 | Parent/District Leader
June 11, 2026 | Parent/District Leader
Get Involved with MTSD SEPAG | The MTSD SEPAG leadership structure consists of a Leader and a few Co-Leaders, so that we have a parent liaison to work with each of the schools. This also includes parents of students who are in an out of district educational placement. In this volunteer role, parent liaisons serve as a representative of the SEPAG to ensure that the mission of the group is being followed through in each school. Additionally, they attend SEPAG meetings (both with the district and parent-only) and provide feedback on best practices as well as challenges and help generate solutions that positively impact children.
MTSD SEPAG | PURPOSE & VISION
- Facilitate effective & productive communication between parents, students, Special Services Administration, the community & Board of Education members; providing direct input on the policies, programs & practices that impact services & supports for students with disabilities.
- Collaborate with key district and community stakeholders to enhance the quality of special education policies, practices & programs for all students receiving special education services; advising on matters that pertain to education, health & safety for students with special needs.
- Promote inclusion and acceptance of students with special needs & learning challenges in school & extracurricular activities.
- Serve as a resource to parents through meetings, workshops & social media presence.
Connect with MTSD SEPAG
Email: MTSEPAG@aol.com
Facebook: Monroe Township Special Education Parent Advisory Group (MTSEPAG)
MTSD SEPAG Officers
Betty Saborido | Leader
Katie Beldo | Co-Leader
Karen Bierman | Co-Leader
Alex Kotler | Co-Leader