Purpose
The SEAC is organized and functions following state and federal requirements. The Committee's functions include the following:
- Monthly meetings with the Directors of the Special Education Department
- Determining the needs of children with disabilities within the county
- Developing priorities and strategies for meeting identified needs of children with disabilities
- Prepare and submit an annual report to the Prince William County School Board
Membership
The SEAC is composed of representatives selected by members of the School Board and the Superintendent of Schools. Members serve without compensation.
To apply for SEAC membership click on the link to download the application. The completed application should be emailed to [email protected].
SEAC Membership Application (PDF)
Organization
The activities of the SEAC are governed by the State of Virginia's Special Education Advisory Committee bylaws and the Prince William County Special Education Advisory Committee bylaws. Subcommittees are established to help conduct the work of the committee. Members are assigned or volunteer to serve on subcommittees. PWCS Special Education Department staff members are available at each meeting, to provide technical assistance.
Meetings
The SEAC meets in regular session eight times a year, on the third Tuesday of the month, at the Kelly Leadership Center. Each regular session consists of public comment, Director of Special Education time, member time, and new and old business. Public comment begins at 7 p.m. Parents and guardians are invited to attend. Advance notice is not needed to speak during public comment. Call 703-791-7286 to confirm the meeting location.
Public Notice
Special Education Advisory Committee to Meet
The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) will meet on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, from 6-9 p.m., with citizen comment time starting at 7 p.m., in Conference Rooms 2002 - 2004 at the Kelly Leadership Center, 14715 Bristow Road, Manassas, VA 20112. All meetings will be in person.
All School Board and SEAC meetings are open to the public. You may contact any member to discuss your views on Special Education.
2023-24 Meetings
Third Tuesday of each Month
7-9 p.m.
Kelly Leadership Center, Room 2002-2004
*Please be advised, that this schedule is subject to have meeting modifications. All meetings will be in-person.
Join the meeting via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 923 7481 4793
Password: 576616
- September 19, 2023
- October 17, 2023
- December 19, 2023
- January 16, 2024
- February 20, 2024
- March 19, 2024
- April 16, 2024
- May 21, 2024
All School Board and SEAC meetings are open to the public. You can contact the Chairwoman, Tara Aqdas, at [email protected] to discuss your views on special education.
SEAC Representatives
Tara Aqdas
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Chair and Superintendent Representative
Sallay Banya
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Vice Chair and Woodbridge District Representative
Deborah Tekampe
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Secretary and Gainesville District Representative
Kristie Bowie-Young
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Superintendent Representative
Rosemary Scott
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Superintendent Representative
Katherine Wears
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Superintendent Representative
Shandel Lohr
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At-Large Representative
Michael Spironello
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Teacher Representative
Angela Lello
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Occoquan District Representative
Kimberly Stewart
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Brentsville District Representative
Shanta Price
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Neabsco District Representative
Vacant
Potomac District Representative
Jennifer Howarth Mira
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Coles District Representative