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 (see Related Documents).
View a message from the CAC president, Sarah Ponsford
View a recording of the January 18, 2021 CAC meeting. Use the following passcode to access the recording: #G*S+c3$
View a recording of the November 16, 2021 CAC meeting. Use the following passcode to access the recording: R92DYr=!
All CAC meetings are open to the public. Due to COVID-19, the CAC meetings will be accessed via Zoom from 6:00-7:30 until further notice. Each meeting will have a topic and guest speaker. Be sure to get on the email list to receive an agenda prior to the meeting. Please contact the SELPA office at (707) 524-2750 with inquiries.
The CAC informational brochure includes the meeting dates and topics planned for the Community Advisory Committee. It is available in English and Spanish (see Related Documents).
2021-22 Meeting Schedule:
| August 31, 2021 | Emergency Meeting, 7-8 pm | https://zoom.us/j/94123078755 |
| September 21, 2021 | Virtual Meeting | https://zoom.us/j/92203846912 |
| November 16, 2021 | Virtual Meeting | https://zoom.us/j/95160364910 |
| January 18, 2022 | Virtual Meeting | https://zoom.us/j/98542110991 |
| * February 22, 2022 | Virtual Meeting 6-7 pm |
https://zoom.us/j/92773265526 |
| April 12, 2022 | Virtual Meeting 6-7 pm |
https://zoom.us/j/94728368493 | ** May 17, 2022 | Virtual Meeting 6-7:30 pm |
https://zoom.us/j/85679403743 |
* "Transitions and Your Adult Child" with presenter, John Fischer
** ADR Parent Panel
2021-22 Student CAC Meeting Schedule (All Meetings are from 5:30-6:00):
| September 21, 2021 | Virtual Meeting | https://zoom.us/j/93668129561 |
| November 16, 2021 | ||
| January 18, 2022 | ||
| May 17, 2022 |
