Special Education Citizens' Advisory Committee (SECAC)

AA SECAC picture of an apple made from puzzle pieces

AA-SECAC Officers 2024-2025

Chair - Rick Riley

Vice Chair - Becky Pike

Secretary - Natalie Ogilvie Watkins

Treasurer - Donna Howard

Email AA-SECAC - info@aasecac.org

AA-SECAC is a partnership between parents, families, community leaders, advocates, educators and administrators. The committee works to enhance services available to students with disabilities and to advocate for positive changes in special education in the Anne Arundel County Public Schools.

Active, involved parents and supporters of children receiving special education services comprise the Anne Arundel Special Education Citizens' Advisory Committee (AA-SECAC).

Mission Statement
To advise Anne Arundel County Public Schools regarding students with disabilities or special needs.  

Purpose
The purpose of the committee is to:

  • Work collaboratively with the AACPS Director of Special Education and stakeholders to advise of issues, priorities, goals and potential solutions designed to improve achievement and outcomes of students with disabilities or special needs.

  • Facilitate effective communications and collaboration between AACPS, children and youth with special needs, parents, advocates, and the community.

  • Provide information and education to parents, educators, students, professionals, and community members on issues related to special education.

  • Promote the acceptance, awareness and inclusion of students with disabilities or special needs in our schools and community.

AA-SECAC Bylaws

AA-SECAC Meeting Information 2024-2025

Date

Meeting Topic

Time

Location

Virtual Login Option

Thursday, September 12th

General Meeting
Introduction of Officers
Department of Special Education Staff

Meeting Agenda
Meeting Minutes

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Board of Education
2644 Riva RD
Annapolis, MD 21401

Board Room

Watch the Recording

Passcode: 9Ctb?&E@

Thursday, October 10th

Resource Fair

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Crofton High School
2291 Davidsonville Rd.
Gambrills, MD 21054

Cafeteria

Thursday, November 14th

Screening of Normal Isn't Real

Trailer:
https://vimeo.com/231541096

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Theater Doors open at 5:30

Waugh Chapel Stadium 12 & IMAX
1419 S. Main Chapel Way
Gambrills, MD

Normal isn't Real screening details

Thursday, December 12th

TBD

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Board of Education
2644 Riva RD
Annapolis, MD 21401

Board Room

Thursday, January 9th

TBD

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Point Pleasant Resource Center
1450 Furnace Ave
Glen Burnie, MD 21060

Multipurpose Room

Thursday, February 13th

TBD

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Board of Education
2644 Riva RD
Annapolis, MD 21401

Board Room

Thursday, March 13th

TBD

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Point Pleasant Resource Center
1450 Furnace Ave
Glen Burnie, MD 21060

Multipurpose Room

Thursday, April 10th

TBD

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Board of Education
2644 Riva RD
Annapolis, MD 21401

Board Room

Thursday, May 8th

General Meeting

2024-2025 SY Wrap up

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Point Pleasant Resource Center
1450 Furnace Ave
Glen Burnie, MD 21060

Multipurpose Room