Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin JOIN THE MOVEMENT Learn more about ACNJ’s efforts in advancing affordable, quality child care in NJ. ACNJ leading the charge to Start Strong NJ, a campaign fighting for affordable child care for all. Child care has reached a breaking point. Infant care averages nearly $20,000 a year. Preschool? Almost $19,000. For […]
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Newark Kids Count Data Snapshot 2025: Maternal and Infant Health
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Download Data Snapshot Newark Data Snapshots 2025 Newark Kids Count Reports Over the past decade, Newark has made notable progress in improving infant health outcomes, with declines in low birthweight, preterm births, and mortality rates. However, significant disparities persist, with Black, non-Hispanic residents experiencing worse outcomes. This data snapshot on Newark […]
Placement Options in Special Education
As a parent of a child with special needs, understanding the various placement options available through special education can be overwhelming. Your child has a right to be educated in the “least restrictive environment” — meaning to the maximum extent appropriate, your child should be educated alongside peers without disabilities and as close to home as possible.
Your Rights to Attend School in New Jersey: A Simple Guide
This guide explains who has the right to attend public school in New Jersey and how to enroll. It outlines key protections, required documents, and what to do if a student is denied enrollment.
Addressing Achievement Gaps in New Jersey Education: A Parent’s Guide
New Jersey education law establishes a comprehensive framework to address achievement gaps and ensure educational equity. The law mandates specific protections and support systems, particularly for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, those with disabilities, and English language learners.
