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Dear Families,

The PAC is an organization dedicated to empowering families of students receiving special education services through communication, education, and support with the purpose of obtaining the finest programs and services available within the Rochester community. For more information please see our flyer and share with anyone who receives special education services or who may be interested in learning more.

Be sure to look around the website for great resources including links to programs, legislative updates, our path to resolutions and more!

Please reach out and let us know how we can help you at rcspacchair@gmail.com!

📅February PAC Meeting – Special Education Mediation Services

Please join us for our February PAC meeting, featuring a special guest presentation from Special Education Mediation Services (SEMS). SEMS will share information about how families and schools can work through disagreements collaboratively, strengthen communication, and stay focused on positive outcomes for students with disabilities. This session is a great opportunity for parents to learn about tools and supports that can help resolve concerns early and effectively.

🗓️ February 10, 2026 | 🕕 6:30 PM Meet & Greet, Meeting at 7:00

📍 West Middle School

📅 January PAC Meeting Recap – Supporting Students Through School Transitions

Our January PAC meeting focused on school transitions—including early childhood to kindergarten, elementary to middle school, and middle to high school. Parents shared their experiences around what works well, what’s challenging, and where there’s room for improvement.

👉 Click here for the Parent Discussion Summary.

🌟 PAC Enrichment Series - Save the Date🌟
Regulate to Relate: Caring for Yourself While Parenting a Neurodivergent Child

Explore how your own regulation shapes your child's sense of safety and connection. Learn brain-based strategies and practical tools to stay grounded, respond with compassion, and nurture both you and your child.

🗓️ February 26, 2026 | 🕕 6:30 – 8:00 PM
📍 Adams High School

🔗 View Event Flyer Here

Registration is requested—please sign up here

✨ It’s Time to Sparkle!
Sparkle Awards nominations are open. Submit a nomination here for a student or staff member who goes above and beyond to support students with disabilities.

Interested in volunteering?

Sparkle Awards Volunteer Interest Survey ✨

The Sparkle Awards rely on the support of volunteers from across our school community—and everyone is welcome! You do not need to be the parent or caregiver of a student receiving special education services to volunteer. Parents, caregivers, staff, and community members are all encouraged to get involved.

👉 Interested in volunteering? Click here to complete the Volunteer Interest Survey.

Inclusion for All

PAC is excited to share new tools to help families and schools strengthen Inclusion for All:

Inclusive Practices Spreadsheet – This is a living, interactive document where parents can contribute real examples of inclusivity happening across our district. From classroom strategies to schoolwide traditions, your input will help us build a library of ideas that all schools can learn from.
Inclusive Events Tip Sheet – Thanks to Meadow Brook Elementary, we now have a practical guide with tips for making PTA and school events more inclusive and welcoming to all families.

We invite you to explore these resources, share your own experiences, and help us grow this collection of best practices. Together, we can make sure every student, and family feels seen, valued, and included.

All Upcoming Meetings (2025/2026 School Year):

February 10th: West Middle School

March 10th: University Hills Elementary

April 7th: Hampton Elementary

May 12th: Stoney Creek High School

Stay connected with PAC all year long! Instead of adding each meeting one by one, you can subscribe to the PAC Calendar. Once you subscribe, all of our meetings and events will automatically appear on your personal calendar — and any changes we make will update instantly.

Google Calendar users: Subscribe to PAC Calendar

Outlook or Apple Calendar users: Subscribe to PAC Calendar

Have a question for your school's PAC rep? Please click on your school's link below to email your PAC rep:

ELEMENTARY

MIDDLE SCHOOL

HIGH SCHOOL

If you email your school's PAC rep and do not receive a response to your question, please reach out to rcspacchair@gmail.com

Oakland Schools Parent Advisory Committee

The Oakland County Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is comprised of parents of students with an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) or Individualized Education Program (IEP) within Oakland County. The Oakland Schools PAC typically meets on the first Wednesday of the following months: October, November, December, February, March, May and June at Oakland Schools or Virtually from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Meetings include membership work, legal updates, and training on various topics related to special education, and are open to the public. For more information, please check out their website.