Monterey County SELPA

09/08/2026

The SELPA Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meets regularly to discuss topics of interest to parents and community members who take an active interest in all matters concerning special education in Monterey County. The CAC reviews and makes recommendations relating to the SELPA Local Plan and participates in other activities to support students with disabilities in our area. The CAC also assists SELPA in developing the parent education program. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., MCOE Room B and via Zoom webinar: https://montereycoe.zoom.us/j/98835510299

08/18/2026

Special Kids Connect and Monterey County SELPA are hosting their 4th Annual Back-to-School Special Education Conference NOW on ZOOM for parents and guardians of school-age children and young adults, ages 3–22, with special education needs.

The conference will take place on Saturday, August 22, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM via Zoom.

This registration will serve as your RSVP for the event.
https://tinyurl.com/SKC-SELPA-conf2026

07/09/2026

We hope you're enjoying retirement, Patti Bangs!

Pictured left to right: Dr. Deneen Guss, MCOE, Superintendent of Schools, Patti Bangs, SELPA Program Specialist, and Kenyon Hopkins, SELPA Executive Director.

05/20/2026

Parent Workshop:

Does your child use an Augmentative and Alternative Communication System at school? Are you still trying to figure out how to use that system at home and how to integrate it into your everyday routines? Then this hands-on training opportunity is for you. Please see the flyer for details and registration information. If you have questions, please contact Patti Bangs at SELPA 831-755-0339.

¿Utiliza su hijo en la escuela un sistema de Comunicación Aumentativa y Alternativa de baja o alta tecnología? ¿Todavía está tratando de averiguar cómo utilizar ese sistema en casa y cómo integrarlo en sus rutinas diarias? Entonces, esta oportunidad de capacitación práctica es para usted. Por favor, consulte el folleto para obtener los detalles y la información de inscripción. Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con Veronica Espinoza en SELPA al 831-755-0334.

05/15/2026

05/05/2026

The Monterey County SELPA Community Advisory Committee is hosting a special presentation with Hartnell Community College-Department of Supportive Programs and Services (DSPS) on navigating postsecondary processes.

May 13, 2026
5:30 p.m.
Hybrid Meeting
In person at MCOE Board Room
Or join us on Zoom

Please register here: https://montereycoe.zoom.us/.../WN_mJT24P4UQwa2koYl_d0Ibw

05/05/2026

The SELPA Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meets regularly to discuss topics of interest to parents and community members who take an active interest in all matters concerning special education in Monterey County. The CAC reviews and makes recommendations relating to the SELPA Local Plan and participates in other activities to support students with disabilities in our area. The CAC also assists SELPA in developing the parent education program. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., MCOE Board Room and via Zoom webinar. Please register here: https://montereycoe.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mJT24P4UQwa2koYl_d0Ibw.

04/16/2026

Autism Acceptance in Action a virtual event for families is being hosted by CAPTAIN 007 cadre from Monterey and San Benito County on April 25 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Please see the flyer for more details and register to attend.

04/16/2026

Shout out to the members of the Voices of the Amazing A from Alisal High School. They were part of a student panel that shared their lived perspectives as autistic students. They shared their own experiences and provided suggestions to educators who were in attendance at Monterey County's Inclusive Learning Community of Practice. This event was hosted by Monterey County Educational Services Department.