The Island Parents Advisory Council on Special Education (IPAC) will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 15, at 6:30 p.m. at the YMCA of Martha’s Vineyard.

The group is planning topics to cover this school year, including a presentation from Community Services’ Kathi Hackett on Nov. 19 and a discussion with Leslie Leslie from the Federation for Children with Special Needs at the Dec. 17 meeting. Parents’ involvement is key to the IPAC’s growth and development, and all parents of children with special needs are invited to attend. For more information, call 240-498-2090 or visit mv-ipac.com.