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This page is designed to provide you with an understanding of the child study team, New Jersey codes and laws that guide the practice, and a sample of an Individualized Educational Program. 

 

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School Psychologist

Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant

School Social Worker

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New Jersey Special Education

Law and Codes

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Click below for a detailed description of the roles and functions of each child study team member:

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Role of the School Social Worker

 

on the Child Study Team

School Social Workers Need To Know:

It is the responsibility of the school district to provide the services of a Child Study

Team. The School Social Worker completes a social assessment which includes observation of the student and communication with the student's parent(s)/guardian(s). It also includes an evaluation of the student's social functioning, emotional development and the family factors that influence the student's learning and behavior in the educational setting.

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Click below for a guide on the special education process:

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NJ Codes and Laws

NJ Special Education Code

CODE

NJ Special Education Rules

RULES

IDEA Guidelines

IDEA

Parental Rights in Special Education

RIGHTS

Individualized Educational Program

The Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) is a plan or program developed to ensure that a child who has a disability identified under the law and is attending an elementary or secondary educational institution receives specialized instruction and related services.

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