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2021

A Practical Guide to the Law to Extend Special Education Eligibility

The new law is just the start. Learn about what's next.

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2021

Eligibility for Extended School Year Services

Although every student with a disability must be considered for ESY, not every student will be eligible.

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2021

Start Preparing for Camp Season

The CSOC Summer Camp Services application deadline has been extended. Caregivers of children who are eligible can apply for funding for Summer Camp Services.

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2021

10 Tips for Parents during the IEP Process

There are steps parents can take before, during and after the meeting that can make it a smoother process.

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2021

Are Parents Required to Sign the IEP?

There is often much confusion about what happens if parents/guardians do not sign the IEP.

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2021

Economic Impact Payments and Social Security Benefits

Many who receive SSI and SSDI are left with questions and concerns.

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2021

COVID-19 One Year Later: What Lies Ahead

A year later, uncertainty still lingers, but there is reason for hope and optimism.  We continue to monitor important developments.

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2021

Guide to the COVID-19 Vaccine

Our series of articles offers autism-specific information and strategies in an effort to educate our community about the rollout of the vaccine.

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2020

Regression During a Pandemic

The pandemic has caused a negative impact that may be shown through regression. Learn what you can do as a parent.

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June 17, 2021

Revised Day Program Guidelines Lifted Capacity Restrictions

This update will allow day programs to return to full capacity.

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June 16, 2021

New Law Extends Special Education Eligibility

The law provides graduating special education students who experienced significant learning loss due to pandemic-related school closures the opportunity to access an additional year of special education services.

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June 15, 2021

NJ DOE Seeks Autism Specialist

The specialist will provide technical assistance in designing and implementing plans for improving programming related to the education of students with autism and other developmental disabilities.

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CalendarUpcoming Events

Autism Awareness Do-A-Thon

April 24, 2021

Autism Awareness Do-A-Thon

Fundraising pages remain open through June 30th! Join us for our newest awareness and fundraising event.

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Autism Awareness Spring Lake Gift Auction and 50/50

July 30, 2021

Autism Awareness Spring Lake Gift Auction and 50/50

Join us for one of our most popular events featuring more than 50 prizes that include vacation packages and restaurant gift cards!

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The Matty Pellegrinelli Foundation Cornhole Tournament

July 31, 2021

The Matty Pellegrinelli Foundation Cornhole Tournament

Join us for on a day filled with live music, food, drinks, and cornhole.

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