Frequently Asked Questions
The school my kid goes to wants to change the services we get through IEP but I disagree, what should I do?
Parents always have “procedural rights”—the right to disagree with a school district’s decisions regarding their child’s education or well-being. To do so, you must go through certain channels which can include mediation , due process hearings, or independent evaluations of your child….
How do I know which is the best school for a kid with special needs?
Sometimes an out-of-district placement means a specialized school or program outside of your local school district that will provide adequate conditions for your child’s needs. By law, school districts are required to provide “appropriate education,” not the “best education.” Districts…
My kid with special needs got suspended from school, what should I do?
If your child runs into serious trouble at school, he or she might be suspended, which could impact the services outlined in your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). Depending on the offense, you and your family might need a school…
What is the IEP?
Individualized Education Program (IEP), is a document designed individually for each public school student who receives special education and related services. It creates an opportunity for parents, teachers, administrators, and other personnel, as well as students, when appropriate, to work…
What is IDEA?
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), federal and New Jersey law states that children with disabilities and their families have specific educational rights and procedural protections, or special needs. It provides for specialized instruction in the least restrictive and also…
