Somerville SEPAC Advocacy Center

Are you passionate about ensuring that students with disabilities receive the high-quality education they deserve? Do you believe in the power of advocacy to create positive change? Then we invite you to join us in advocating for improved special education services at the local, state, and federal levels!

A Focused Review of 2025 Somerville MCAS and Accountability Data: Addressing Challenges for Students with Disabilities (SWD)

A data-driven analysis of persistent inequities and significant academic outcomes in Somerville Public Schools.

Oct 1

Municipal Candidate Forums

Special education students make up 1/5 of our district. If we don’t engage in conversation and submit questions to the upcoming forums, their needs won’t be part of the conversation. Let’s make sure our kids and families are represented and they remain part of the conversation.

Sep 14

Somerville SEPAC Report

SSEPAC shared a report to the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) on August 13th, 2025 regarding the upcoming district review of Somerville Public Schools (SPS) for the 2025-2026 school year.

Sep 14

School Committee Resolution to Support Persons with Disabilities

On March 10, 2025, the School Committee unanimously passed a Resolution to Support Persons with Disabilities. Thank you to Leiran Biton,...

Mar 14

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Concerned about changes to the US Department of Education?

Follow advocacy groups to stay informed about changes to the US Department of Education!

Mar 14

Medicaid: A Lifeline for Families and People with Disabilities – Take Action to Protect It!

Take action to protect Medicaid!

Feb 22