General Meetings

Next General Meeting:

April 16, 2026
Autism Supports & Services: A Family Information Session
Practical information, resources, and supports for students with autism
Thursday, 7:00-8:30 pm
Location: Zoom
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Autism Supports & Services: A Family Information Session

This session is designed to ensure all families have access to important information and resources. Learn about autism diagnosis, available school programs, and how to navigate services and supports for your child.

WHEN

April 16, 2026
7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.

Bring your questions and concerns

LOCATION

Zoom: https://k12-bostonpublicschools.zoom.us/j/85082442587

What to Expect

Clear information about diagnosis and next steps
Overview of available programs and services
Inclusion programming & school assignment process – What families need to know
Guidance on navigating supports
Open Q&A with presenters

“With the right programming, support, and strategies, students can build on their strengths and reach their full potential.”

Boston SpEdPAC provides a voice and supports families of students with disabilities in Boston Public Schools. We encourage all families to participate.

General meetings typically occur every 4th Thursday of the month, with exceptions noted.* All virtual meetings will use the same Zoom link.

Online interpretation will be available in ASL, Arabic, Cantonese, Cape Verdean Creole, French, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, Portuguese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese. To request an interpreter for a language not listed above, please contact specialeducation@bostonpublicschools.org

Visit SpEdPAC’s YouTube Channel for recordings of General Meetings.

PRESENTERS

Clinical Neuropsychologist will discuss diagnosis, services, programming and other topics.

Zach Houston, BPS Director of ABA/Autism Programs

2025-2026 Meeting Dates
4th Thursday of the Month
7 to 8:30 p.m. via Zoom
(*Exceptions noted.)

September 25, 2025
Know Your Rights: Understanding the IEP Process
EdLaw Project
Thursday, 7:00-8:30 pm
Location: Zoom
Presentation Document: Know Your Rights

January 22, 2026
Accessing Therapeutic Supports: What Every Parent Should Know
Thursday, 7:00-8:30 pm
Location: Zoom
Event Details

February 7, 2026*
Boston SpEdPAC Winter Family Social
Saturday, 1:30-4:30 pm
Location: Leahy Holloran Community Center
Address: 1 Worrell St
Dorchester, Massachusetts 02122

April 16, 2026
Autism Supports & Services: A Family Information Session
Thursday, 7:00-8:30 pm
Location: Zoom
English

May 28, 2026
Inclusion Matters: Are Your Child’s Needs Being Met?
Thursday, 7:00-8:30 pm
Location: Zoom