Special Education PTA News

The North Colonie Special Education PTA was chartered in January 2008 with 31 members. The North Colonie Special Education PTA is the first of its kind in the Capital Region and serves special education and gifted students in grades K–12. New members are welcome to join by attending meetings or by contacting the president, David Cohen at 250-4376.

Presentation to help treat the symptoms of learning disabilities set for Feb. 7

Author, Kathy Johnson, will do a free 90-minute presentation based on her book The Roadmap from Learning Disabilities to Success. The evening will get underway at 7:00 p.m. in the SHS auditorium. » LEARN MORE [PDF]

Become a member of the Special Education PTA

To become a member of the North Colonie Special Education PTA, download the 2011-12 Membership Application [PDF].

Our Mission

The Special Ed. PTA's mission is to create a network of parents, educators and administrators who work cooperatively and constructively to meet the needs of all students who receive special education services. We will strive to ensure that the students learn in an appropriately integrated environment, with the proper supports in place, and are valued members of the school community.

• To ensure that all children receive an education that allows them to reach their full potential.

• To bring together parents, families and teachers of children with special needs in order to share their experiences.

• To educate parents about special education, including the identification and placement procedures for children with special needs.

• To inform legislators, school boards, and the community about the importance of special education programs.

• To improve the lives of children by providing cultural, social and physical enrichment.

• To advocate for children with special needs and their right to a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment.

2011-12 Special Education PTA Meeting Dates

Please note that the meeting location has changed. The new location is in the Shaker High School Main Conference Room, second floor, across from the main office. All meetings will be held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

• November 15, 2011 - Meet the CSE and Transistion Coordinator

• January 10, 2012 - Standard Meeting

• February 7, 2012 - Pyramid of Potential - Kathy Johnson

• March 13, 2012 - Understanding the IEP Presentation - Parent Network

• April 17, 2012 -Guardianship Presentation - William Van Evera

• May 8, 2012 -Elections and Closing Meeting

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