Special Education Alliance of Longmeadow
Working Together to Ensure Educational Excellence for Every Child
Our Mission
The Special Education Alliance of Longmeadow (SEAL) is a Parent Advisory Council that offers information, support, and networking opportunities to parents. SEAL is charged by Massachusetts’ state laws to collaborate with the school community and provide advice to the Longmeadow School District regarding the planning, development and evaluation of its special education programs and policies.
Upcoming Meetings/Events
SEAL Meetings 2026-2027
• Meetings are every second Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. via zoom. All scheduled meetings are subject to possible changes.
Please Note: Unless otherwise noted ,meeting held via Zoom at 7:00 P.M
SEAL – Special Education Alliance of Longmeadow
2026–2027 Meeting & Event Schedule
Please save the dates! SEAL welcomes parents, caregivers, educators, and community members to join us throughout the school year.
September 26 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
SEAL Family Meet & Greet – Bliss Park (In Person)
Join us for family fun and meet Boomer, the Springfield hockey mascot!
October 14 | 7:00 PM – Zoom
Basic Rights Workshop: Evaluation & Eligibility
Presented by the Federation for Children with Special Needs
November 18 | 7:00 PM – Zoom
Meet the Special Education Leadership Team
Meet the Director of Special Education and special education supervisors from the elementary, middle, and high school levels.
December | Date Forthcoming
Special Speaker – To Be Determined
Additional information will be announced.
January 13 | 7:00 PM – Zoom
Basic Rights Workshop: Understanding the IEP
Presented by the Federation for Children with Special Needs
February | Date To Be Determined
Parents’ Paint & Sip – In Person
Additional details and registration information will be announced.
March | Date To Be Determined
Special Speaker
Speaker and additional details will be announced.
April 14 | 7:00 PM – Zoom
Special Education Budget Presentation
Presented by Tom Mazza, Assistant Superintendent for Finance & Operations, and Nicole Paris-Kro, Director of Special Education
May 12 | 7:00 PM – Zoom
Planning for College
Presented by the Federation for Children with Special Needs
Zoom links and additional event information will be posted prior to each meeting.
We hope you can join us!
SEAL – Special Education Alliance of Longmeadow
Supporting Families • Empowering Parents • Building Community
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Meeting Format:
Most meetings will be held on Zoom. Select in-person gatherings will be announced in advance.
Join us to connect, learn, and grow—together we are stronger!