Welcome Families

WELCOME FAMILIES!

The Ventura County SELPA recognizes that we can't do our best for our students with disabilities without the care and support of their parents, guardians and others who know and love them. The SELPA and its member districts are committed to involvng parents as important members of the team in reviewing assessments and progress and making decisions about their children. In addition, the SELPA is committed to including parents of children with disabilities in evaluating programs, providing ideas for improvement, and developing educational opportunities for other parents along the way.

Our Special Education administrators appreciate your input regarding program improvements and encourage you to call or write with constructive suggestions. In addition, the Ventura County SELPA Community Advisory Committee (CAC) is mandated by California Education code to receive input and make recommendations about Special Education programs.

Please visit the pages in the menu bar at the left to learn more about your rights, how to resolve disagreements, the activities of the CAC, community resources, and specific programs the SELPA has to offer.

Questions? Please call (805) 437-1560

Neurodiversity & Bullying Prevention Resources (SB 939)

Neurodiversity & Bullying Prevention Resources (SB 939)

This section provides state-developed resources to support understanding, inclusion, and bullying prevention for neurodiverse students in Transitional Kindergarten through Grade 12. These materials are available to families, students, and staff and are provided in accordance with California Senate Bill 939.

For additional information, please visit the Statewide Resources for Bullying Prevention and Response for TK-12 Neurodiverse Student (SB 939) page.

What is Neurodiversity?

Neurodiversity recognizes that people learn, think, and experience the world in different ways. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences. Neurodiversity emphasizes strengths, inclusion, and respect for all learners.

About Senate Bill 939

California Senate Bill 939 requires local educational agencies to prominently share state-developed resources that support bullying prevention and response for neurodiverse students.

Beginning in the 2025–2026 school year, school districts must make these resources easily accessible to families, students, and staff through their district websites.

Statewide Bullying Prevention and Response Resources

The following state-developed resources are provided by the UC/CSU Collaborative to support:

Understanding bullying and how it impacts neurodiverse students
Preventing bullying through awareness and inclusive practices
Responding to bullying in supportive, effective, and appropriate ways
Creating safe and welcoming learning environments for all students. ”

WOULD YOU LIKE PARENT-TO- PARENT SUPPORT?

Image hands Rainbow Connection Family Resource and Empowerment Center Support Groups

United Parents

California Parent Organizations