Welcome to the Lower Merion Committee for Special Education!
Founded in 1972, the Lower Merion Committee for Special Education (CSE) is a parent-led, district-recognized organization to support families and caregivers with students with IEPs, GIEPs and 504 Plans. Education, advocacy and community are at the core of everything the CSE does, along with a dogged commitment to equal access and inclusion across Lower Merion School District. We provide support in many ways, including:
The Committee for Special Education welcomes any and all people who feel passionately about creating a more inclusive community in Lower Merion School District. To get involved, please email cse.lmsd@gmail.com.
Founded in 1972, the Lower Merion Committee for Special Education (CSE) is a parent-led, district-recognized organization to support families and caregivers with students with IEPs, GIEPs and 504 Plans. Education, advocacy and community are at the core of everything the CSE does, along with a dogged commitment to equal access and inclusion across Lower Merion School District. We provide support in many ways, including:
- Representation in each school. Committee representatives are assigned to each building to support families and promote inclusion in school programming and events while also helping parents/guardians connect with helpful resources in and around the District.
- Hosting a monthly education series. A rotating calendar of topics related to special education and gifted programming are covered including IEP guidance, advocacy, executive functioning, transition, managing anxiety, internet safety and more. The CSE Educational Series includes presentations from District staff, the LM Intermediate Unit, PaTTAN, the PA Inclusion Collective, local universities, parent advocacy groups and national and international experts. Attendance is free of charge and is open to parents, guardians and educators.
- Regularly scheduled meetings with district administration. The CSE shares feedback from parents on systemic issues affecting special education, 504 plans and gifted programs. CSE leadership helps to identify areas of opportunity and assists with planning new initiatives where appropriate. The Committee offers assistance with communicating District information to parents/guardians when requested.
- Social events. The CSE hosts gatherings throughout the school year where parents and caregivers can connect with a network of people who understand their shared experiences. The goal is to build community and lend support in an informal and inviting atmosphere.
The Committee for Special Education welcomes any and all people who feel passionately about creating a more inclusive community in Lower Merion School District. To get involved, please email cse.lmsd@gmail.com.
FEEDBACK NEEDEDThe Committee for Special Education is delighted to host Dr. Yanni on December 7th at 7:00 pm to talk about special education and inclusion in Lower Merion.
Dr. Yanni wants to know what topics will interest you. Please complete this short survey (CLICK HERE) by Monday, December 4th at 5:00 pm. And mark your calendar to join us! upcoming EventsFor more details on all UPCOMING EVENTS, please click here.
Thursday, November 30th
9:30am-4:30pm The Harrisburg Hilton PEAL Presents: #NextGenInclusion Thurs., Dec 7 at 7 pm CSE: Meet & Greet with Dr. Steven Yanni, Superintendent On Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86465300887 Tues., Jan. 9 at 7 pm CSE & JChai: Special Needs Trusts and ABLE accounts: What Parents and Professionals Should Know On Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85326694832 The CSE welcomes new volunteers. Please contact CSE at cse.lmsd@gmail.com if you would like to be a CSE rep for your school, contribute ideas for programming, or network with other parents.
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