Special Education
Understanding special education, the federal and state laws governing it and the needs of students with disabilities can help board of education members make informed decisions on policies, funding and resources that impact these students.
NJSBA can help boards learn more about this topic, so every district can create a supportive, inclusive and legally compliant educational environment that meets the diverse needs of all students.
Disability is a natural part of the human experience and in no way diminishes the right of individuals to participate in or contribute to society. Improving educational results for children with disabilities is an essential element of our national policy of ensuring equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities.”
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
NJSBA Task Force on Special Education
A task force made up of local board of education members, school administrators and special education experts studied the topic and made recommendations on public policy ideas for providing the best education possible for special education students, with the greatest possible efficiency.
Special Education Resources
Below are links to articles from School Board Notes, School Leader and other NJSBA resources.
- Legally Speaking — Special Education: A Board Member’s Role.
- Innovations in Special Education Award Winners Honored at NJ-SSEAC Meeting.
- Office of Special Education’s Quarterly Updates: New Releases and Opportunities.
- The NJSBA Announces 2024 ‘Innovations in Special Education’ Award Winners.
- Special Students Creating a Better World: 2023 Innovations in Special Education Award Winners.
- List of State-Imposed Special Education Rules, Regulations or Policies.
- Office of Special Education Shares Online Resources.
- Special Education Students Remain Resilient Despite Pandemic.
Related Webinars, Videos and Podcasts
Explore NJSBA’s multimedia resources on the topic of special education.
Learn more from additional videos and podcasts.
