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Volume 38

June 2025

South County SELPA Insights is a monthly newsletter full of information and resources brought to you by the South County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) team. As the 2024-25 school year comes to an end take some time to reflect with your child on their progress and challenges from this school year. Keep reading to find resources and ways the South County SELPA can assist you and your family.

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End-of-the-Year Reflection: A Conversation with Your Child

As the school year wraps up, take a moment to sit down with your child and reflect on their journey. These conversations can help you understand their experiences and ensure their IEP services continue to meet their needs. Here are some thoughtful questions you can ask:

Reflecting on the Year

What was your favorite part of this school year?

What were some things you were proud of?

What was something that was hard for you?

IEP Services Check-In

Did you feel supported by your teachers and the staff?

Did your IEP services help you at school? In what ways?

Were there times when you didn’t get the help you needed? What happened?

Looking Ahead

What are some things you'd like to learn or do next year?

How do you think school could be better for you next year?

Is there anything you'd like to change about the support you get?

Parent Tip: After your talk, take notes and bring them to your next IEP meeting. Your child’s voice is a key part of the process. Together, you and the IEP team can use this feedback to adjust goals, services, or supports to better meet your child’s evolving needs.

SELPA Highlights

South County SELPA Special Education Resource Fair

We’re excited to welcome over 30 organizations offering valuable resources, information, and support for families. This is a wonderful chance to connect with community partners, learn about available services, and discover tools to help support students with special needs.

When: Aug. 7, 10 a.m. to noon

Where: South County Regional Education Center, 800 National City Blvd. National City, CA 91950

Don’t miss this opportunity to empower your journey!

Greg Rogers Special Olympics Day

Greg Rogers Elementary’s annual Special Olympics is a standout event that brings students and staff together every year for games, school spirit, and plenty of fun. Check out the excitement and sportsmanship seen all across the school.

Miracle League San Diego – Fall Registration Now Open

Fall registration will be open until July 31. The Fall 2025 season will run from Sept. 6 to Nov. 16. Please follow the links below to register.

Bell Middle School

Engel Family Field

Competitive Division at Engel Family Field

Any questions or issues, please contact Coordinator Stefanie Waszut, stefaniew.mlsd@gmail.com. To watch some highlights please visit Miracle League San Diego.

Parent Individualized Education Program (IEP) Academy

Are you interested in learning more about Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and how you can play an active role in your child’s educational journey?

We’re excited to announce the return of the Parent IEP Academy, starting this August! Now in its fourth year, we’re launching a revamped version of the Academy with updated resources, and new ways to support you. Summer Academy begins Aug. 5 and will be virtual. To register for summer or fall click on Registration.

Let’s work together to build stronger partnerships for student success.

Resolution Roundup Corner

Keep the focus on what's best for your child's education, services, and outcomes.

Be open to creative or flexible solutions that meet your child’s needs—even if they differ from your initial expectations.

Communication Tips

Approach conversations with collaboration in mind, not confrontation.

Use "I" statements to express concerns (e.g., “I am concerned that my child isn't making progress in reading”).

Upcoming Events

July 26 — Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) Community Expo

CVESD's Community Expo is back to showcase their programs, provide resources to families, and connect with the community. Event will be held at the Chula Vista Elementary School District located at 84 East J Street, Chula Vista CA 91910 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

July 26 — South Bay Union School District (SBUSD) Community Kick-Off Event

Start the 2025-26 school year by finding information on local resources. SBUSD families will enjoy learning from school staff and over 20 community agency partners about resources and supports available in our school community. The event will be at Mendoza Elementary School located at 2020 Coronado Ave, San Diego, CA 92154 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Aug. 5 to Sept. 2 — Summer Parent IEP Academy

Meeting will be virtual every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m.

Registration

Aug. 7 — South County SELPA Special Education Resource Fair

Resource fair will be at the South County Regional Education Center located at 800 National City Blvd. National City, CA 91950 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Aug. 19— CAC Meeting

Meeting will be at the South County Regional Education Center located at 800 National City Blvd., National City, CA 91950 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more information visit CAC website.

If you have any questions or comments on the SELPA Insights newsletter, please contact our team at scselpaadr@sdcoe.net.

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