CAC Community Advisory Committee Resources

What is the Community Advisory Committee (CAC)?

An organization of parents, professionals and community members working together to advise the school district in the Sierra Sands SELPA(Special Education Local Plan Area) on matters concerning students with disabilities. The committee concerns itself with the development of the Local Special Education Plan and providing and supporting parent education. Anyone working, living, or doing business within the SELPA region can be meaningfully involved in the planning, business, or outreach activities.

Why Participate?

Your involvement can range from attending a presentation on a topic of interest to becoming an appointed member with a leadership role. Benefits of participation can include:

Increased contact with other parents
Opportunities to interact with educators and other professionals
Greater awareness of school and community resources
Potential to impact special education policy and legislation. Advises the SELPA regarding the development and review of the local plan
Encourages community involvement in the development and review of the local plan
Assists in identifying areas for parent education and in developing parent education activities

Exposure to new information and developing new skills. Provides a general forum for presentations; discussion; and response to ideas, suggestions, or concerns related to special education
Recommends annual priorities to be addressed by the SELPA
Making everyone better advocates for students with special challenges
Any other responsibilities identified in the local plan or CAC by laws

Click here to view the 2025-2026 CAC flyer

All events will be held at 1327A North Norma, Ridgecrest, CA. Interpretation may be provided, please call 760-499-1702 to make your request at least one week in advance.

2025-26 Community Advisory Committee Schedule

Wednesday, December 10, 2025