School ratings, rankings, and reputation are some of the most important factors for homebuyers in New Jersey. Families often sacrifice commuting time, space, and budget, all to be in a “good” school district. For a family of a child with disabilities who requires special education, this decision is all the more important. For children who require … Continue reading Six factors for Home Buyers with Special Needs Children to consider.
A higher standard of special education could be the country's new standard. The next chapter of Special Education Laws in the U.S. is currently being written, quite literally, by the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court is likely to decide a case currently before them, deciding what quality of education a public school must provide students with disabilities. … Continue reading The Next Chapter of Special Education in the U.S. is being decided.
Especially in areas where demand for real estate is high, it is important that you are immediately prepared to move forward in the event an offer is accepted. These simple planning ideas can help ease the stress of deadlines and requirements. Contact a Real Estate Agent that you can work with. Even if you found a … Continue reading From Contract to Closing- Five Steps to Help Get a Buyer to the Closing Table.
When an offer is accepted and the sales contract is signed by both parties (buyer and seller), the contract is forwarded to the attorneys for both parties and a three day attorney review period begins. Please note that this period is often extended, when the attorneys mutually agree. During these three days, the attorneys review the contract … Continue reading The Seller’s Guide to Attorney Review Period
At times, a child may have an impairment that has a substantial impact on their functioning, but still does not qualify for an IEP for special education. A 504 plan is available to children with impairments that do not qualify for special education services. The plan takes into account children who have conditions or disorders … Continue reading A guide to the 504 Plan
For parents of children with a serious or life-threatening food allergy, sending their child to school everyday includes an added fear that most of us don't have to deal with. While they can monitor and plan their children's intake at home, sending them to school with other children's lunches, snacks, and birthday celebrations can be an anxiety … Continue reading What Parents of Children with Life-Threatening Food Allergies want you to know.
If your child has a food allergy, the school has a duty develop rules, procedures, and guidelines to provide that child with a safe environment. While New Jersey has published guidelines for the management of life-threatening food allergies in schools, each school is still responsible for establishing rules as needed and as they see fit. … Continue reading Protections for Children with Food Allergies
As a parent, you may at times disagree with decisions made by the school district that relate to your child's special education needs. While it may feel like going against the school district is a lengthy and costly endeavor, that is not always the case. Under the IDEA law, you have the option to bring a complaint against … Continue reading Filing a Complaint and Mediation- you have dispute resolution options.
Although bullying is a widespread occurrence that can be harmful to any child, it is especially troubling for children with special needs. Thankfully, today there are many protections in place to educate school personnel and provide added protections for students. In New Jersey, the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act creates a standard and protection for children … Continue reading National Bullying Prevention Month in October
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that provides protection for children with disabilities. The act ensures that children with disabilities are entitled to a Free Appropriate Public Education. The act sets forth a specific process for identifying, evaluating, and accommodating eligible children with disabilities. IDEA holds that schools must evaluate … Continue reading IDEA protection and rights.
