Terms & Conditions
Somerville SEPAC – Terms & Conditions
Last updated : May 4, 2025
1 . Acceptance of Terms
Using the Site in any way—reading posts, downloading files, or leaving comments—means you accept these Terms and our separate Privacy Policy and Accessibility Statement. If you disagree, please do not use the Site.
2 . Who We Are
he Somerville Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is dedicated to supporting families of children with disabilities in Somerville Public Schools. On this site, you'll find a wealth of information and resources designed to help you navigate the special education process and advocate for your child. Content is offered for information, community, and advocacy—not as professional advice (see Section 5).
3 . Intellectual‑Property Notice
Unless credited otherwise, every article, PDF, graphic, audio clip, and logo on this Site is © 2025 Somerville SEPAC (“Owner”). All rights reserved.
4 . Permitted Use & Sharing
You may:
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Read and link to any public page.
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Quote up to 100 words per article for non‑commercial purposes—with a clear, working link back to the original post.
You may not:
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Repost full articles or PDFs.
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Edit, remix, or sell any portion of the content without written permission.
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Use graphics or the Site logo for your own branding.
5 . No Professional Advice
Content is provided for general information and advocacy. It is not medical, legal, educational, or mental‑health advice. Always consult qualified professionals regarding your—and your child’s—specific needs.
6 . User Conduct & Comment Policy
We welcome respectful dialogue. By commenting or submitting material you agree to:
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No harassment, hate speech, or discrimination.
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No spam, self‑promotion, or commercial solicitations.
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No posting of others’ copyrighted work without permission.
The Owner may moderate, edit, or delete comments at any time and ban repeat offenders.
7 . External Links, Resources & Affiliates
Links to external sites are provided for convenience. The Owner does not control or endorse outside content and is not liable for any harm arising from it. If affiliate links or sponsored content are ever used, they will be clearly identified; commissions do not affect the price you pay.
8 . Downloads & File Use
Downloads (e.g., PDFs) are scanned for malware but are offered “as is” without warranties. You accept all risk for using downloaded materials and agree not to redistribute them for profit.
9 . Accessibility & Inclusion
We aim to make the Site usable for everyone. See our Accessibility Statement for details and ways to report barriers.
10 . Privacy
We respect your privacy. Please review the Privacy Policy to learn what data we collect and how it is used.
11 . Modifications to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes are effective when posted with a new “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the revised Terms.
12 . Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard to conflict‑of‑law principles. Any disputes will be handled exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Massachusetts.
13 . Contact
Questions about these Terms? Email raisingthemfindingme@gmail.com.