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What Qualifies a Child for Special Education in NJ?
In the state of New Jersey, the right to an education has specific, robust legal protections. All New Jersey residents are entitled to a free and appropriate...
April is the Cruelest Month: When the Promise of Spring Contrasts with Poor Student Performance
It’s that time of year. The end of the third marking period, also known as IEP season. Has the school staff said your child is doing fine and making good...
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IEP or 504 Plan for ADHD? What NJ Parents Need to Know
Key Takeaways: ADHD can qualify a child for an IEP in New Jersey. The state’s Other Health Impairment category specifically names ADHD, and the real questions are whether ADHD is affecting your child’s educational performance and whether your child needs specialized...
What Is a 504 Plan? A Guide for New Jersey Parents
For many parents, the first time they hear about a “504 plan” is in a school meeting, often one they entered already worried about. These meetings typically follow an ADHD diagnosis or a teacher's concerns about focus or grades. Many parents nod along while quietly...
The Wrong Box, the Wrong Estimate: How Paperwork Precision Can Make or Break Your Estate Plan
Two recent tax cases have caused a ripple in the estates and trusts community for two different reasons, both of which can significantly affect your will. This month, we examine the first case. The first case, Estate of Rowland v. Commissioner, demonstrates how much a...
What the Federal Special Education Reorganization Means for NJ Families This School Year
When your child has an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 plan, you’re forced to put in the hard work. The start of each school year means learning new acronyms and navigating the system to get your child the services they’re entitled to. When news of...
Special Education Just Got a New Chain of Command. Here’s What Parents Actually Need to Know.
If you're the parent of a child with an IEP or 504 plan, you've probably had a knot in your stomach this summer. Repeated headlines about transferring oversight of special education out from under the DOE umbrella have combined with frantic concerns over what this...