Child Study Team
Speech and Language Specialists
Special Education Department
The Special Education Department offers a full continuum of programs for eligible students to support their academic success. Students are encouraged to participate in general education classes whenever possible with appropriate modifications, accommodations, and supplementary aids and services. Many courses provide in-class support sections taught by both a general education teacher and a special education teacher. This collaborative teaching approach combines the expertise of the content area specialist and the special educator to meet the varied learning needs of students. Students who demonstrate more significant weakness in academic areas may receive instruction in special education classes specifically designed to address these deficits.
We believe in celebrating all kinds of minds in supporting children and their pursuit of learning and happiness.
Special Services include the Child Study Team, Special Education Instructional staff and related specialists.
Children who are identified and tested, and if eligible, receive an individualized educational program to support and/or replace the regular educational program.
Parents and school personnel work together throughout this process in developing an appropriate program to meet the unique student needs. Parents or instructional staff may refer a child for Special Services.
Child Find for Special Education Services
Special Education Services: Students with disabilities that significantly impact upon their educational progress may be eligible for special education and related services. Upon referral, the Child Study Team (School Psychologist, Learning Consultant and Social Worker) will meet with the family to discuss concerns and to determine if evaluation is necessary. If a student is found to be eligible, an Individual Education Program (I.E.P.) will be developed to meet the educational needs of the student. Programs may include accommodations and modifications in the general education setting to small class instruction with a special education teacher. All decisions regarding the IEP are discussed at least annually and the parent/guardian is encouraged to be an active participant in the process.
Preschool for Students with Disabilities: Do you suspect that your child is slow in developing language or find he/she is having difficulty socializing with others? Your child may be eligible for the Edgewater Park Township School District’s Preschool Disabilities Program. This program is open to children between the ages of 3 and 4 years 11 months. For further information contact the Child Study Team Office at 609 877 2124 ext. 3007 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
If a family has concerns about a child between the ages of 3 and 21 who may be experiencing developmental or educational delays, they are encouraged to reach out to the Child Study Team at (609) 877-2124 ext. 3007 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
The Child Study Team will help families identify available resources and services in the district community. More information about the Child Study Team can be found at the Child Study Team link on our district homepage.
Families seeking assistance for children younger than three years old should contact Early Intervention Services at (888) 653-4463 to learn about available programs and supports.
Special Education Parent Advisory Committee
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Edgewater Park Township Special Education Parent Advisory Committee is to provide a forum for enhanced communication among parents of students with special needs. Focusing collaboration with the intent to provide students with an individualized education in a safe, caring, and supportive environment.
The committee will seek to accomplish this mission through ongoing communication activities to promote parent knowledge of state/federal regulations, district programs/services and community resources. Furthermore this committee will advise the district in the provision of ongoing parent training opportunities in all areas of special education that promote effective parental support for their children’s special needs.
ORGANIZATION
The organization of the Parent Advisory Committee is based on parent volunteers of students with special needs. The members of the committee meet three or more times per year to act in an advisory capacity to the Child Study Team Office and perform other functions as needed.
Attendees are welcome to seek information and provide input on systemic issues, such as district policies and procedures, inclusion/least restrictive environment, transition, related services, extended school year, etc. Each meeting will also feature a presentation on varying topics. Discussions advise on matters that pertain to the education, health, and safety of children with special needs.
2026-2027 Special Education Parent Advisory Meetings
*Meetings will be held virtually- 5:00pm-6:00pm
Links will be sent out the day of the meeting
November 12, 2026
January 20, 2027
March 3, 2027
April 14, 2027
Please consider joining us for our meetings.
We hope to see you there!
PLEASE LET US KNOW YOU'RE COMING!
By emailing us: sepag@edgewaterparksd.org