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LexSEPTA Resource Fair is here!

We are excited to invite you to the LexSEPTA Resource Fair! The biggest and most anticipated event of the year for LexSEPTA families. This free community event brings together trusted resources, services, and supports for children, teens, and adults with special needs, all in one place.

Date: Friday April 3rd
Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
Location: Lexington Community Center
39 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA 02421

Last year’s fair was a huge success with 40+ vendorsoffering valuable information across education, therapy, recreation, transition planning, and adult services. Families from across the Greater Boston area attend each year, so please come yourself—and share this event with friends, family members, or anyone who may benefit from these resources.

If you’re able, please also consider supporting LexSEPTA so we can continue offering programs and events like this for our community: https://lexsepta.org/Support

We look forward to welcoming you and building community together!

Sincerely,

Team LexSEPTA

PS: If you are a registered vendor for this event (and have a table to present), setup starts at 3 PM!

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🎓 From High School to College: Empowering Students with Learning & Attentional Differences to Succeed 🎓

High school is more than academics—it’s the foundation for independence, self-advocacy, and long-term success. If you’re a parent of a student with learning or attentional differences, this virtual session is for you.

This practical and informative talk will cover:
✔️ Strengthening college readiness skills & self-awareness
✔️ Identifying best-fit colleges based on learning needs, strengths, and interests
✔️ Understanding legal rights and required documentation in college
✔️ Accommodations and support services available at the college level

📅 Date: January 29, 2026 (Thursday)
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
💻 Format: Virtual event

📣 Presented by:
Nicole Diggins Locher
Independent Educational Consultant & Founder
Executive Function Coach, Taking Flight Educational Consulting, LLC

👉 RSVP here: https://form.jotform.com/260153821546050

Please share with other families who may benefit from this important conversation about the transition from high school to college.

📣 Upcoming Workshop: Basics of Investing for Families

Lexington SEPTA (LexSEPTA) invites families to a beginner-friendly workshop on investing and financial planning, designed to help parents plan confidently for their children’s futures.

This session is especially helpful for families who are new to investing or looking for clear guidance on long-term planning, including special needs considerations. Families from Lexington and surrounding towns are welcome.

📅 Saturday, January 17, 2026
⏰ 11:00 – 12:15 PM (In person only event)

🔍 Topics include:
• Understanding basic investment options (stocks, bonds, funds)
• Building financial confidence as a family
• Planning for long-term and special needs–related goals
• Managing risk and taking practical first steps

🎤 Presenter:
Samir Charnalia & Poppy Charnalia, financial educators known for her clear, approachable teaching style.

📝 Please RSVP so we can plan seating and materials:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/investing-rsvp

We hope you’ll join us for this informative and supportive session!

🌟 Happening Tonight! 🌟
Helping Kids Thrive: Fitness • Learning • Recreation
A LexSEPTA Panel & Lightning Talk Series

🕖 Tonight at 7:00 PM
📍 Hybrid - Rm 237, Lex Community Center, 38 Marrett Rd, Lexington MA + Live on Zoom
Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/lexsepta-panel-dec25

Join us for a practical and supportive conversation with local providers on helping kids thrive across fitness, learning, and recreation.

🎤 Featured Speakers
• Inclusive Fitness – adaptive strength & conditioning and family options
• AllStars Learning – academic, executive function & social skills supports
• Lexington Recreation (Therapeutic Recreation) – inclusive programs and adaptations

✨ What to Expect
✔️ Short lightning talks
✔️ Panel discussion with Q&A
✔️ Resource sharing & next steps for families

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who should attend:
Lexington families (IEP/504, all ages—especially elementary & middle school), educators, and caregivers.

We hope to see you tonight! 💙
LexSEPTA

📣 TOMORROW! Join us for an important workshop for autism & behavioral health support.

LexSEPTA is hosting “Demystifying Insurance Coverage for Autism & Behavioral Health” with expert speaker Amy Weinstock, Director of the Autism Insurance Resource Center at UMass Medical School.

If you’ve ever struggled to understand what insurance should cover — from ABA therapies to ARICA to navigating appeals — this session is for you. 💛💙

📌 Topics include:
✔️ Understanding ARICA
✔️ Navigating insurance for ABA therapies
✔️ Public vs. private coverage, appeals, and common challenges

📅 Wednesday, Dec 10, 2025
🕖 7:00–8:30 PM
📍 LPD Conference Room, 1575 Mass Ave, Lexington MA
🔗 RSVP: https://www.jotform.com/app/253168461358160

This workshop is open to all Lexington families and caregivers. Please share widely — knowledge is power when advocating for our kids! 💛