Assistance available for children with special needs
SUSSEX COUNTY The New Jersey Early Intervention System, under the Division of Family Health Services, implements New Jersey’s statewide system of services for infants and toddlers from birth to age 3 who have developmental delays or disabilities. To refer an infant or toddler who is experiencing developmental delays, call the Regional System Point of Entry toll free number at 1-888-653-4463. If found to be eligible, various services can be provided to the family and child. For children 3 to 21, all Sussex County school districts offer varied educational programs and services. People who suspect their 3- to 5-year-olds may be experiencing physical, sensory, emotional, communication, cognitive and/or social delays, should contact their local school district to discuss the services offered. The district’s Child Study Team will make arrangements to meet and evaluate the child. If found eligible, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) will be developed to provide an appropriate plan. For school-aged children, families should discuss concerns about their child’s progress with the child’s teacher, guidance counselor and/or principal. Parents have the option of either making a referral to the Intervention and Referral Services committee or to the Child Study Team. The Intervention and Referral committee offers intervention procedures that are provided within the regular education school program. At times, however, more extensive interventions than can be provided in a regular education setting may be necessary, Parents then have the option of requesting a full Child Study Team evaluation in which the child’s social, psychological and academic status may be assessed. If necessary, medical or other specialized evaluations may be included in the assessment. If a child is found to be eligible for special education and related services, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) is developed. This document includes a rationale for the student’s educational placement and the details of the child’s educational program. The following is a listing of all Sussex County Child Study Team offices/phone numbers. For further assistance, contact the appropriate local district: Andover Regional 973-940-1234 Lenape Valley Regional 973-347-7600 Byram Township 973-347-1047 Montague Elementary School 973-293-7131 Frankford Township 973-948-3727 Newton Public Schools 973-383-7307 Franklin Borough 973-827-9775 Ogdensburg Public Schools 973-827-7126 Fredon Township 973-383-4151 Sandyston Walpack Consolidated 973-948-4450 Green Township 973-300-3800 Sparta Township Schools 973-729-3165 Hamburg Borough 973-827-8849 Stanhope Borough 973-347-0008 Hampton Township 973-383-2714 Stillwater Public School 973-383-3998 Hardyston Township 973-823-7000 Sussex County Charter School 973-383-6700 High Point Regional 973-875-3101 Sussex County Technical School 973-383-6700 Hopatcong Borough 973-770-8821 Sussex Wantage Regional 973-875-3175 Kittatinny Regional 973-383-1800 Vernon Township 973-764-2935 Lafayette Township 973-875-3344 Walkill Valley Regional 973-827-4100