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Open to all parents, teachers and students of West Islip School district who are members of SEPTA

10/30/2026

🎃 Halloween, their way! 💙💛

One house or a few. A costume or comfy clothes. Trick-or-treating or a cozy movie at home. Every family’s Halloween can look different—and that’s okay!

🗣️ All communication counts. Speech, AAC, gestures, or a wave are welcome. No spoken “trick or treat” is required.
👣 Follow your child’s pace and take breaks when needed.
🏡 Give yourself permission to change plans or head home early.

Celebrate the moments your child enjoys. There’s no one right way to make Halloween memories! ✨

Share this reminder to help make Halloween more welcoming for everyone.

Every Child. One Voice.

10/29/2026

💙 A little kindness can help make a big wish come true!

Sharing from West Islip Library : Lorenzo is a 4-year-old from West Islip whose wish is to visit Disney with his family. ✨

For every “Well Wishes” note written to Lorenzo, the Avellino Family will generously donate $1 to the Marty Lyons Foundation toward granting his wish!

💌 Stop by the West Islip Public Library and drop off a note with kind words, encouragement, or a little humor to brighten his day.

Let’s show Lorenzo some love from our community! 💙💛

10/28/2026

Community event notice!

10/28/2026

🎃 Less overwhelm, more fun! 💙💛

Halloween brings lots of excitement—and sometimes lots of sensory overload. Comfortable clothes, familiar supports, a quieter route, and breaks can help your child enjoy the celebration at their own pace.

👕 Costumes are optional.
🎧 Ear defenders and comfort items are welcome.
🏡 Heading home early is okay.

Follow your child’s cues and make room for what works for your family. Their comfort comes first! ✨

What helps your child enjoy Halloween? Share your tips below! 👇

Every Child. One Voice.

10/27/2026

💙💛 Happy World Occupational Therapy Day! 💛💙

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible occupational therapists who help children build skills, confidence and independence in their everyday lives.

From getting dressed and using a pencil to playing, moving and navigating sensory needs, OTs help children find ways to participate and thrive. Every small step is worth celebrating! 🌟

Thank you to all the OTs who support our children and families with patience, creativity and care. Your work makes a difference every day!

Do you have an OT you’d like to thank? Give them a shoutout in the comments! 💙

10/26/2026

A little preparation can help Halloween feel more familiar! 🎃💙

Looking at photos, practicing trick-or-treating at home, and talking through a simple plan can help your child know what to expect. Offer choices along the way, including when it’s time to head home.

This week, we’re sharing Halloween tips to help families create a celebration that works for their child. Save this post for your Halloween planning! ✨

Every Child. One Voice.

10/22/2026

POV: West Islip SEPTA gets its own opening credits. 🎬💙💛

A little advocacy, a little paperwork, and a few very productive games of Connect Four. 😂

We’re here to support our kids, connect our families, and have some fun along the way. There’s a place for you in this cast—join West Islip SEPTA through the link in our bio!

Every Child. One Voice. 💙💛

10/21/2026

💙💛 Today is our October SEPTA meeting!

Join us tonight, Wednesday, October 21, at 7 PM—in person or from home. We’d love to see you!

📍 In person: Beach Street Middle School Library

💻 Virtually: https://meet.google.com/nbv-fnwf-kdz

The meeting link can also be found in our Instagram bio!

Every Child. One Voice.

10/20/2026

💙 You can’t always see a disability—but you can always show kindness.

October 18–24 is Invisible Disabilities Week! Some disabilities affect learning, communication, energy or daily activities without being immediately apparent to others.

✨ Believe people when they share their needs.
✨ Ask how you can help instead of assuming.
✨ Make space for breaks, flexibility and different ways to participate.
✨ Respect privacy—no one owes you their story.

Let’s build a community where every child feels understood, supported and included. 💛

Every Child. One Voice.

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