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Charter Schools
Written by Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler Owe a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) to Special Needs Students What is a charter school? Most people know...
Your child has rights when it comes to food allergy bullying
Written by Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler Food bullying is not to be taken lightly. For a child with a life threatening allergy, it can mean serious illness...
How to prepare for a substitute teacher when a child has special needs
Written by Sussan, Greenwald & Wesler “Today We Had a Substitute….” Having a substitute teacher can be welcome news for some students. For those...
A neuropsychologist’s insights about concussion care/an interview with concussion specialist Dr. Jill Brooks
A concussion can happen to any child. Neuropsychologist and concussion specialist Dr. Jill Brooks wants every parent to be prepared with facts about...
New Jersey Special Education Statistics
Many parents in New Jersey worry that asking for special help for children with disabilities means pulling those children out of regular school and separating...
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