Updated May 2026 Authored by: Diane Dellanno Senior Policy Analyst Celebrate Babies Week will take place October 20 through 24, and this year, New Jersey babies -along with their families and select pediatric practices throughout the state- are celebrating a major milestone. As of July 1, 2025, pediatric practices serving families participating in NJ FamilyCare […]
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Intervention and Referral Services: What Parents Need to Know
School Districts in New Jersey are mandated by law to provide services referred to as Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) to any student who is struggling either academically or behaviorally in school.
What Parents and Students Need to Know About Alcohol, Drug, and Other Controlled Substance Offenses in School
Every school district in New Jersey is required to have a comprehensive program to prevent, identify, and address alcohol, tobacco, and drug use among students.
New Jersey’s New Adaptive Testing: What Parents Need to Know
Starting in Fall 2025, New Jersey will roll out a new “adaptive” version of state standardized tests for students in grades 3–12. This change will affect both the New Jersey Student Learning Assessments and the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment.
Understanding Your Rights to Your Child’s School Records in New Jersey
As a parent in New Jersey, you have important legal rights regarding your child’s school records that many families aren’t aware of. The New Jersey Administrative Code provides parents with specific rights to access, review, and even challenge information in their child’s educational records.
