SSD.Leadership School Communication

Dr. DeAndria Player, Director of Special Education, dmplayer@ssdmo.org, (314)989-8422

Dr. Barbara Champagne, Special Education Coordinator, bachampagne@ssdmo.org, (314) 989-8198

Mrs. Melissa Logan, Special Education Coordinator, mjlogan@ssdmo.org, (314) 989-8683

Take advantage of these FACE opportunities to support and enhance SSD family and community engagement:

• Family Cafe: Join us at the Family Cafe on Oct. 2nd from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at North Tech High School. Organized by families, Family Cafes provide a secure and inviting environment for parents and caregivers to connect and share insights.

• American Sign Language (ASL): Enroll in an introductory ASL session being held on Oct. 1st from 5:30 - 7:30 PM and learn basic signs for communication with Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. Two-hour sessions available. Register at ASL Registration.

• Family Engagement Guide: Access our guidebook designed to support family engagement and advocacy. View it online or request a printed copy by emailing face@ssdmo.org.

The SSD Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is comprised of families advising and collaborating to improve the education, confidence and social outcomes of each student served by SSD.

The PAC consists of five parents or guardians – one member and four alternates – from each of the 22 St. Louis County school districts and from each of the five SSD special education schools. The parents or guardians of students receiving special education services in that district or school elect SSD PAC member.

Get Involved with the SSD PAC to...

• Network and communicate with other parents of children who receive special education services
• Become as informed as possible about special education services
• Improve communication between your local school district and SSD
• Create a positive understanding and awareness of students with disabilities
• Establish a network of advocacy for local, state and national disability issues

Complete this online form to learn more about getting involved with the SSD Parent Advisory Council.

SSD's FACE (Family and Community Engagement) offers the HUB. The HUB offers a pantry and resources to families. The HUB is located at North Tech High School (1700 Derhake Rd, Florissant, MO 63033) and open Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:00am-3:30pm. To get in contact with FACE, call 314.989.8460 or email face@ssdmo.org.

As a reminder, the SSD Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings are held from 7:00 to 9:00 PM on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. In-person meetings take place at SSD Central Office, Room 60/61 (12210 Clayton Rd, Town and Country, MO 63131), unless otherwise noted. For those who prefer to join remotely, Zoom access is always available. You can find the Zoom meeting info below!

SSD PAC MEETING ZOOM LINK

Meeting ID: 299-482-1147

Passcode: 440337

Meeting Dates

SSD PAC has scheduled the following meetings for the 2024-25 school year. Meetings are held virtually via Zoom or in-person, from 7-9 PM. Additional information about meetings, including public notices, agendas, meeting minutes, and more, can be found on the PAC's website.

• October 15th (Virtual)
• November 19th (Virtual)
• December 17th (In-Person with Virtual Option)
• January 21st (Virtual)
• February 18th (In-Person with Virtual Option)
• No March Meeting Due to Spring Break
• April 15th (Virtual)

Executive Committee meetings are held to plan the work for the upcoming month and are scheduled as needed. Meeting dates will be shared as they become available.

If you need an American Sign Language interpreter, please contact the Superintendent's Office at 314.989.8419 or 314.989.8281 by noon on the Wednesday before the meeting.

For more information about the SSD PAC or to find out who represents your district, email pac@ssdmo.org.

The SSD Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is comprised of families advising and collaborating to improve the education, confidence and social outcomes of each student served by SSD.

The PAC consists of five parents or guardians – one member and four alternates – from each of the 22 St. Louis County school districts and from each of the five SSD special education schools. The parents or guardians of students receiving special education services in that district or school elect SSD PAC member.

Get Involved with the SSD PAC to...

• Network and communicate with other parents of children who receive special education services
• Become as informed as possible about special education services
• Improve communication between your local school district and SSD
• Create a positive understanding and awareness of students with disabilities
• Establish a network of advocacy for local, state and national disability issues

Complete this online form to learn more about getting involved with the SSD Parent Advisory Council.

Special School District Upcoming Events

October 2024

https://www.ssdmo.org/Page/2#calendar1/20240830/month

October 1: American Sign Language with Families in Mind-Class 1 5:30p-7:30p

October 2: Family Cafe 6p-8p

October 8: Board of Education Work Study 5:45p-6:45p

October 9: Building CommUNITY Art Contest Deadline 3p

October 15: American Sign Language in Mind-Class 2 5:30p-7:30p

October 15: PAC Meeting 7p-9p

October 16: Unity Day (all day)

October 16: Virtual Workshop-Functional Communication in the Home and Community 6p-7p

October 17: Lunch and Learn with MO Able 11:30a-12p (Virtual)

October 18: Hub Huddle with CAASTLC 10a-2p

October 22: Board of Education Business Meeting 5:45p-6:45p

October 29: American Sign Language with Families in Mind-Class 3 5:30p-7:30p

SSD launched a new Instagram account in October and would love for you to follow. The District will be sharing photos and updates from all across the District, including our students and staff in partner districts. Follow us to stay connected and see what we are up to: www.instagram.com/ssdstlco/

Email: dmplayer@ssdmo.org
Website: www.ssdmo.org
Location: 12110 Clayton Road, Town & Country, MO, USA
Phone: 314.989.8100
Facebook: www.facebook.com/SSDStLCo
Twitter: @SSDDStLCo

October 2024

https://www.theleadershipschoolstl.org/school-calendar

October 4: Staff PD/No school for students

October 8: Family University 6pm

October 24-28: Fall Break/No school for students

Website: https://www.theleadershipschoolstl.org/
Location: 1785 Pennsylvania Avenue, St. Louis, MO, USA
Phone: 314-409-2308