In New Jersey, parents should understand state attendance requirements to support their child’s education and avoid legal issues. Each school district must set policies that define attendance expectations, unexcused absences, and related consequences.
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The High School Years for Students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Options and Issues
As a parent navigating New Jersey’s special education system, understanding the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is crucial for ensuring your child receives appropriate educational services.
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Basic Guide to Special Education
Special education can be a difficult process to navigate. ACNJ, with the generous support of The IOLTA Fund of the Bar of New Jersey, has released its updated Special Education Guide, helping parents and caregivers to understand their child’s education rights in New Jersey. This guide is intended as a reference for people who have […]
New law expands parents’ rights to advance notice before IEP meetings
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Nina Peckman, Esq. ACNJ Staff Attorney Starting with the 2025-2026 school year, a new special education law will expand a parent’s right to receive advance notice regarding certain information before an annual IEP meeting takes place. Under federal and state special education laws, parents have what are known as “participation […]
