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Lenape Regional High School District

PARENTS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS (POSES)/
Parent Advisory Group (PAG)

 
Dear Parent/Guardian(s):
 
The 2024-2025 school year is coming to an end. Throughout the year, we have held various meetings to provide parents and families with opportunities to come together, share information, ask questions, gather resources and become involved.  Our list of LRHSD parent meetings are below in chronological order.  Our meetings have ended for this year.
 
We invite you to remain active in the educational experience of your son or daughter in school. 
 
The Parents of Special Education Students (POSES)/ Parent Advisory Group (PAG) was created to:
  • provide parents, guardians and caregivers the opportunity to share input regarding special education programs and services in the school
  • increase community involvement and elicit input on relevant topics for future presentations and information sharing, and
  • facilitate communication for positive interactions with district and school staff.   
Please review the website for general information regarding the district's Child Study Teams, educational resources and additional community resources.  Also, come back to this site for updated information.
 

Meetings for all Parents of Special Education Students (POSES) are posted here for your review.  

2024-2025 Meetings

  • Transition to High School Meeting

    Presentation for new and 9th grade students and their parents.  Speakers will review Individual Studies course, Genesis Parent Portal, extra-curricular activities, guidance resources and Child Study Team resources
    •       October 22, 2024 at 6pm - VIRTUAL meeting

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  • Navigating DDD Services  and Services through the Occupational Training Center (OTC)

  • In person presentation for parents needing an introduction to and information on timelines for transitioning students with the Division of Developmental Disabilities as well as the Occupational Training Center beyond high school.

           November 14, 2024 at 6pm - at Lenape High School, Large Group Instruction Room

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  • Former POSES Parents Share Graduate Student Experiences with Transitions to Adulthood

    • Virtual presentation by parents whose student has graduated LRHSD and utilized services such as DDD and DVRS in their transition to adulthood.  They will discuss their process, agency selections, and progress in obtaining specific DDD, DVRS and other services.

      December 10, 2024 at 6pm - VIRTUAL meeting

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  • Navigating Disabilities Beyond High School with Disability Navigators, LLC

    • In-person and virtual presentation on long-term person-centered planning for parents and families living the transition journey with their students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

February 6, 2025  from  6-7pm at Shawnee High School Media Center

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  • Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS)

    • Virtual meeting on career, vocational and employment options for students with disabilities transitioning to adulthood beyond high school.

February 18, 2025 at 6pm, Virtual meeting:       Career Services | Vocational Rehabilitation Services 

DVRS Local Office Location:  795 Woodlane Road, 2nd Floor, Westampton, NJ  08232   -  (609)518-3948

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  • Special Needs Guardianship, Trusts, & NJ  ABLE

    • Virtual meeting on specific legal processes for families of students with disabilities, including guardianship, trust arrangements and the New Jersey Achieving a Better Life for Individuals with Disabilities Act (NJABLE).

February 27, 2025 at 6pm, Virtual meeting

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  • Navigating DDD, DVRS and OTC Services 

    • April 29, 2025 6:00-8:00 pm at Lenape High School

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If you have any questions about our parent advisory group and meetings, you may reach out to the following facilitators:  

 
Mrs. Debbie Goldsborough, Lenape High School
(609) 654-5111, extension 337300
 
Mrs. Raina Marshall, Shawnee High School
(609) 543-7544, extension 447000
 
Mr. Nael Llaverias, Cherokee High School
(856)  983-5140, extension 234700
 
Mrs. Jennifer Vasconcelos, Seneca High School
(609) 268-4600, extension 668400
 
Ms. Madyson Keen, Sequoia Alternative Program
(609) 268-3700, extension 370500
 
Dr. Abbie DiMenna, Child Study Team Supervisor
(609) 268-2000, extension 557900
 
We are pleased to extend this partnership opportunity with you to collaborate with the Special Services Department.
 
We look forward to your participation and feedback!