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Parent Information
Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
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CAC Mission Statement, adopted September 9, 1998
The CAC's ultimate goal is to ensure that students succeed in maximizing their potential, receive the best possible education, and have equal access to all services. The CAC collaborates with the local SELPA to ensure that the educational requirements of special education students are met. The CAC serves as a liaison between SELPA, the Sonoma County Office of Education (SCOE), local districts, families, community members, students, and teachers, so that all voices are heard. The organization also provides consumer education, information, and referral to resources.
The Sonoma County Community Advisory Committee (CAC) advises the local Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) as specified by the State Education Code Part 30, Sections 56001, 56190-56194, 56195.7, 56195.9, 56200, 56205, 56240, 56728.7, and 56780.
More information about the CAC and its operations can be found in the CAC Bylaws (pdf). |
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CAC Meetings
All CAC meetings are open to the general public and everyone is welcome to attend. All interested parents, teachers, students, community members, and anyone who has an interest in special education is encouraged to join us at our regularly scheduled meetings. Meetings held on the second Wednesday of every month (September through May, with no meeting in December), from 6:30 to 7:30pm, in the Santa Rosa City School District Board Room. For information, call the SELPA at (707) 524-2750.
2009-10 CAC Brochure and Calendar
The CAC informational brochure includes the meeting dates and topics planned for the Community Advisory Committee in 2009-10. It is available in English (pdf) and Spanish (pdf).
See also our CAC Meetings and Agendas page for the most up-to-date information.
Other Workshops and Meetings
Workshops and other meetings of interest to parents are listed in the Workshop section of this site. |
Parent Guide to Achievement Testing
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Parent Guide available in English and Spanish
A document entitled, "Parent Guide to Achievement Testing," is now
available in PDF format in both English and Spanish. This document, in a question and
answer format, addresses the basic information regarding statewide
testing requirements for students with disabilities. |
Parent Guide to No Child Left Behind
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The National Center for Learning Disabilities and Schwab Learning have developed a free parent publication called Making the No Child Left Behind Act Work for Children Who Struggle to Learn: A Parent's Guide. This guide helps parents navigate the complexities of NCLB, begin to understand its many new provisions and, with this knowledge, equips them to further their advocacy efforts on behalf of their child. The guide is also useful to educators interested in a succinct summary of NCLB as it pertains to children with learning disabilities. |
Parent Publications
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The following publications are available in PDF format from the Sonoma County SELPA:
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) brochure,
in English and Spanish revised 2/08
- CAC brochure,
in English and Spanish revised 9/09
- Special Education Rights of Parents and Children,
in English and Spanish revised 1/09
For more information about these documents, contact the Sonoma County SELPA at (707) 524-2750.
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Resources for Parents
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Matrix Parent Network and Resource Center
Matrix Parent Network and Resource Center is a non-profit organization for families of children with disabilities. Founded in 1983, it serves families in northern California, primarily in Marin, Napa, Solano, and Sonoma counties. Recognizing that parents are the best advocates for their children, Matrix strives to strengthen the supportive and advocacy roles of parents by offering support, information and training. For more information, go to www.matrixparents.org. |
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