Unity Day 2016 – When We Stand Together, No One Stands Alone Wednesday, October 19th, all PAUSD schools PAUSD will celebrate Unity Day 2016 to promote kindness towards all students and unity in our school communities. Each school will participate in its own special way, so find out what your school is doing and join […]

Fri, Dec 6, 9:00-11:00 am The Foster, 940 Commercial St, Palo Alto Please join us for the Palo Alto CAC’s 4th Annual Holiday Tea for parents of children who face extra challenges, along with a short guided mindfulness session. A Mindful Schools Certified Mindfulness Instructor, Ms. Jayakumar will lead this moment of caring for ourselves. […]

Comments to the Board of Education on Virtual Learning and Literacy 3/23/21 CAC Comments on Literacy & Virtual Learning 3_23_21 CAC Proposal to PTAC Exec Board 2/3/21 Prepared jointly with PTAC VP Special Education, Ann Xu Proposal for PTAC Exec Board on Univ Dyslexia Screening 2_3_21 Literacy is core to […] Letter from CAC following […]

From Silicon Valley Independent Living Center and SELPA 1 CAC The Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC) will be offering a FREE workshop on time management, money management and emergency preparedness skills. This workshop will be designed for teens in general education classes who receive services from an IEP or have a 504 at their […]

Please join us for a discussion about understanding and supporting individuals with learning differences at home, and at school. Megan Reimann, an academic support specialist from the Hallowell Todaro ADHD Center will also discuss, and answer questions regarding 504 plans, IEPs and appropriate accommodations, as well as how to appropriately prepare our students for transitioning […]

Exchange ideas and resources confidentially and respectfully. All are welcome, especially parents of students with IEPs, 504s, learning differences, mental health and emotional challenges. Hosted by SELPA1 CAC.

Special presentation during May 10, 2022 CAC meeting. Video recording of presentation Staff from PAUSD’s Palo Alto Technology Collaboration Hub (PATCH) presented about assistive technology tools to support students in the classroom. They gave an overview of tools available to support a wide range of needs. https://www.patch.pausd.org/ Presentation by: Jen Dorwin, Assistive Technology Specialist Brian […]

Participants will rotate among six learning stations that simulate language-related tasks that may be encountered in the classroom. Station leaders guide participants through each 10-minute station. Station 1: Learn to Read simulates a beginning reading problem Station 2: Listen to Me simulates an auditory figure-ground problem Station 3: Write with Mirrors simulates a visual-motor and writing problem Station 4: […]

VIDEO REPORT: Palo Alto Weekly Publisher Bill Johnson, Editor Jocelyn Dong and education reporter Elena Kadvany discuss the Palo Alto school district’s handling of the repeated bullying of a special-education middle-school student.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1aIM8YXSKU News articles referenced: Note: Palo Alto CAC is looking into this matter.

United for kindness, acceptance and inclusion! Palo Alto’s 9th Annual Unity Day! WEAR ORANGE to show your support! All PAUSD Schools are invited to celebrate Unity Day 2021 to show that our community is united against bullying, and promotes kindness towards all students. Each school can participate in its own special way, so find out […]

You’re invited to hear from special guest R. Keeth Matheny, a nationally recognized Social Emotional Learning (SEL) teacher, advocate and author. He will lead participants through a selection of lessons from the School Connect program being piloted at Paly and Gunn. Participants will engage in activities focused on building the SEL soft skills of active […]

The following statement was made by the CAC to the City of Palo Alto Human Resources Commission Board Retreat, held on Jun 14, 2019. Statement to The City of Palo Alto Human Resources Commission Board Retreat (June 14, 2019) A group of community parents came together, and attended the meeting in support of this statement. […]

Join the Palo Alto CAC on MONDAY, OCTOBER 29th 6:30-8pm at Fletcher Middle School Library (655 Arastradero Rd) for a webinar on “Identifying Dyslexia & Improving Student Success” by dyslexia expert, Dr. Kathy Futterman. Dr. Futterman was a member of the California Department of Education’s Dyslexia Guidelines Workgroup. The 45-minute video will be followed by […]

All parents and caregivers of children with IEPs, 504s, or learning differences are invited.  This year our event will include a Treewalk by Canopy of the trees in Mitchell Park. Treats, tea and coffee will be served by students from our high school Futures program. Connect with other parents and caregivers and enjoy the treats. […]