Apply by April 30th, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. APPLE (Advancing Parent / Professional Leadership in Education) is a free, virtual training program that brings SEPAC members, school staff, and community partners together to create stronger, more effective teams.
SEPAC, School, and Community Leaders: Apply together to strengthen partnerships and improve outcomes for students with disabilities.
Benefits of participating in FCSN’s A.P.P.L.E. Institute
- Build trust within their team
- Improve communication and collaboration
- Co-create and achieve goals
- Explore and address barriers to the team’s work
- Co-design an action plan for 2026-2027
Each participant brings valuable experience and perspective. Teams include a combination of:
- SEPAC leaders and family members
- School and district administrators (e.g., special education directors, principals, superintendents, family engagement staff)
- Leaders from community organizations that support students with disabilities or (after school programs, employment programs, recreation department, city/town library, associations that serve specific populations such as culture-based groups, etc.)
Registration is required.
