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New Jersey Special Education Statistics
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The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is the centerpiece of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA). However, establishing an...
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If you are the parent of a child with a disability, you know you must be vigilant when it comes to protecting their best interests. Even as you struggle with...
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