Congratulations to VP Mary Coogan for her selection as a 2018 ABA YLD Child Advocacy Award recipient! The American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division (ABA YLD) chose Mary for her commitment to child advocacy and her leadership in child welfare and juvenile justice. This annual award recognizes the time, effort and skills necessary to implement […]
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Special Education and the Role of the Parent
Students in special education are entitled to high school transition services as part of their IEP program to prepare them for life after high school. This presentation explains the kinds of services that are available and their rights regarding the implementation of these services.
Compensatory Education and the Impact of COVID-19
Many New Jersey students are still experiencing academic and behavioral challenges related to the impact of COVID-19 mandated school closures and the ongoing challenges schools are facing to meet the diverse needs of their students. This presentation provides an overview of the issues and how parents can advocate for appropriate education services due to learning loss, including compensatory education rights.
Blog: Parent voices are key in making change for our youngest
Posted 5/2/2022 Laura Palescandolo Parent of two children, ages 6 and 2. Lives in New Providence, Legislative District 21. Advocating for better childbirth services, breastfeeding, maternity leave, childcare Rose-Anne Uwague Parent of two children ages 5 and 7. Lives in Jersey City in Legislative District 31. Advocating for better breastfeeding policies and accessible quality child […]
ACNJ Pres/CEO Cecilia Zalkind Raises the Question “What about the babies?” on NJ Spotlight Chat Box
Read about Sen. Ruiz’s Child Care Bills Help us make some noise for babies Child Care in the News Join the campaign.
