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SCHOOL-TO-WORK TRANSITION AGES 16-21 Our 5 days a week Transition Program builds on what’s been provided by the school district, offering extensive support for developing job readiness and life enrichment. We work with local business partners to provide a mix of activities and experiences that focus on work.

SUMMER TRANSITION AGES 16-21 Provides a 6 week summer program for students just beginning their employment readiness journey.

TRANSITIONPLUS AGES 21-25+

Offers consistent and structured supports to help young adults optimize their strengths, needs and preferences as they navigate the pre-vocational training and work readiness.

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301 Cox Street Roselle, NJ 07203 inroadsto.org 908-241-7200 ext 3032

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Nationally recognized, experienced attorneys committed to assisting individuals with special needs and their families. Our services include special needs trusts, wills, powers of attorney, living wills, guardianships, Medicaid fair hearings and advocacy.

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Helping bright young children with developmental challenges make friends and build a foundation to a mainstream environment.

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131 Madison Ave, 3rd FL Morristown, NJ 07960 385 Prospect Ave, 2nd FL Hackensack, NJ 07601 984 Highway 36 Hazlet, NJ 07730 333 Mount Avenue, Suite 140 Rockaway, NJ 07866 To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com 21

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EDUCATION Alpine Learning Group 777 Paramus Road, Paramus 201.612.7800 | www.alpinelearninggroup.org For over 30 years, Alpine Learning Group has been a pioneer in the autism community—providing innovative, comprehensive, and scientifically validated services through collaborative and compassionate relationships nurtured with each learner and their family. Alpine offers a full range of diagnostic (including ADOS) and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)-based educational and clinical services to individuals of all ages. We bring science and compassion together to create new possibilities for children and adults with autism.

Banyan School • Elementary School 12 Hollywood Avenue, Fairfield 973.439.1919 | www.BanyanSchool.com Banyan Elementary is a private, non-profit, NJ Dept.of Education Approved School for students aged 6-14 with significant language- based learning disabilities. For 30 years, our primary focus has been the development and reinforcement of reading, language & communication skills necessary for academic success. Our faculty is trained in a variety of research-based, multi-sensory teaching techniques and strategies. With small classes, individualized attention, and integrated assistive technology, we are committed to establishing the foundation that students need for learning while fostering social and interpersonal skills.

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Banyan School • High School LIFE Academy (Ages 18 - 21) 471 Main Street, Little Falls 973.785.1919 | www.BanyanSchool.org Banyan High School is a private, non-profit, NJ Dept. of Education Approved School for students with significant language-based learning disabilities. Established in 2006, the High School program provides a structured curriculum with small classes that allow our faculty to focus on each student’s academic & social needs. The 9th-12th grade curriculum continues to reinforce reading, language & communication skills, while preparing students for the next phase of their education and life. Our faculty is trained in a variety of research- based, multi-sensory teaching. Banyan HS is also the proud Educational Partner of the Passaic County Project SEARCH program.

The Calais School 45 Highland Ave, Whippany 973.884.2030 | www.thecalaisschool.org The Calais School is a state-approved, private special education school in North Jersey serving students in grades K – 12+ with multiple learning disabilities as well as anxiety, mood, behavior and autism spectrum disorders. We believe every child has the ability to exceed their possibilities and are committed to cultivating this potential in all of our students.

We provide innovative programs and a flexible curriculum.

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Central Park School 5 Jean Street, Morristown 973.539.9630 www.escmorris.com/centralpark-school Central Park School is part of the Educational Services Commission of Morris County and is a State approved Public School for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Individualized and Community Based Instruction. Small class sizes, Low Student to Staff Ratio. Work Based Learning & Vocational Education. Activities of Daily Living, Swim Therapy, OT, Music, Speech, Sensory Room, PT, Yoga. BCBA Behavior Services, Full Time Nurse. Field Trips and Family Activities. Life Skills, Commission for the Blind Services. Denise Moore, Principal.

Where others see disabilities, we see possibilities.

Chapel Hill Academy 31 Chapel Hill Rd., Lincoln Park 973.686.0004 | www.chapelhillacademy.net Chapel Hill Academy is a New Jersey Approved Private School for students with learning, social, emotional and behavioral issues in Kindergarten through 12th grade.

CTC Academy Fair Lawn Campus (18 months - 7 years) 29-01 Berkshire Road, Fair Lawn 201.797.7440 Oakland Campus (7–21 years) 125 Bauer Drive, Oakland 201.612-5677 www.ctcacademy.org CTC Academy is enhancing the lives of children and young adults with special needs, and their families, by providing an enriched educational, therapeutic and supportive environment. NJ State approved pre-school through 12th grade. The Fair Lawn campus serves children ages 18 months through 7 years and offers an Early Enrichment Program (EEP) designed to enhance and build upon early Intervention services received in the home for ages 18 months - 3 years (open enrollment). The Oakland campus serves 1st through 12th Grade (ages 7–18), and STEP Program, ages 18 – 21 years (including children who are medically fragile). Support groups are available for families and siblings of children at both locations.

Honor Ridge Academy 342 Madison Hill Rd, Clark 732.827.5885 | www.honorridge.org Honor Ridge Academy is a New Jersey state-approved private school for students with disabilities who have a combination of behavioral, social, emotional, and learning disabilities for ages 5-21.

HRA is an emotionally supportive therapeutic day school where students learn at their own pace and build self-esteem and confidence.

Sage Alliance Schools Boonton (Grades 9-12) 973-402-0600 Mahwah (Grades 4-8) 201-818-8873 Paramus (Grades 8-12) 201-225-0046 Rochelle Park (Grades 9-12) 201-843-3800 www.sagealliance.com Our schools support students within an integrated academic and therapeutic environment, providing a mix of scholastic engagement, emotional support and medical consultation. Education is a partnership that involves student and family.

Psychiatrists, therapists, learning strategists and certified educational staff, the student’s school district and our community partnerships, surround the student in an ongoing, student-centered process.

Accredited by The Middle States Association, all campuses offer unique, personalized scheduling to accommodate student needs, a competitive academic program which includes elective classes, extra-curricular clubs and activities, continuous social opportunities, and post-secondary planning.

We teach valuable life skills that foster confidence and independence, which is a reason 100% of our students have a specific plan after graduation, and 80% choose to attend a 2- or 4-year college.

The Forum School 107 Wyckoff Avenue, Waldwick 201.445.5882 | www.theforumschool.com The Forum School is a NJ state-approved private, non-profit school serving children with autism and related challenges aged 5-21. We believe in the dignity, worth and capacity for self-realization of every child. With over 6 decades of success, our hopeful community of educators and therapists foster each student’s individuality, allowing them to grow and blossom.

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reintegration into the public schools. Students are provided guidance to enter post-secondary programs. Many have successfully graduated college or are currently enrolled.

The Springboard School 11 Harold Street, Tenafly 917.692.8298 | www.thespringboardschool.org The Springboard School (formerly The Therapeutic Nursery at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades) at Lubavitch on the Palisades teaches bright young children ages 4–6 with a variety of developmental challenges to make friends and builds a foundation to a mainstream environment. Our multidisciplinary approach helps children with communication and learning disorders, ADHD, emotional and behavioral problems, selective mutism, and high functioning autism reach their full potential.

Windsor Bergen Academy 56 Passaic St., Ridgewood 201.857.4785 | www.windsorbergen.com Windsor Bergen Academy (WBA) provides a quality education for children from Pre-K through 8th grade allowing students to overcome academic and social/emotional challenges through innovative programs focusing on academic success and high school readiness.

Windsor Prep High School 60 West Midland Ave, Paramus 201.523.9533 | www.windsorprephs.com Windsor Prep is a state-approved, nonprofit private high school for students with special needs who exhibit learning, behavioral and attention disorders.

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Winston Preparatory School 901 Route 10 East, Whippany 973.500.6480 | www.winstonprep.edu Winston Prep NJ, located in Morris County, is a part of Winston Preparatory School’s leading national network of 8 campuses. Winston Prep offers a highly individualized learning environment for students grades 4-12 with learning differences, including dyslexia, ADHD, and nonverbal learning disabilities (NVLD). Our model is based on an in-depth understanding of each student, which results in grouping by learning profile and precisely designed programming. Winston Prep accomplishes this through its Continuous Feedback System. Our team of expert faculty continually assesses how a student is responding to their skill development plan and adjust our teaching approach based on that.

DENTISTRY Carter Smile 180 Main Street, Madison 973.540.1666 | www.cartersmilellc.com Committed to providing comprehensive dental care and orthodontics for infants through teens, including those with special needs, striving to create a funfilled environment where children feel at home!

Early dental care can promote a lifetime of healthy smiles for your child. Dr. Carter and her nurturing team will help equip your child with the knowledge necessary for good oral hygiene. Finding new ways to provide exceptional pediatric and orthodontic dental care is their priority.

LEGAL SERVICES Karen Edler, Jackie Lasher & Michelle Krone Education Law Group Price, Meese, Shulman & D’Arminio, P.C. 50 Tice Boulevard, Woodcliff Lake 201.391.3737 | www.pricemeese.com The Education Law Group attorneys have per-

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sonal experience with special needs family members and friends. They provide parents with tools to be effective advocates and to obtain a free, appropriate public education. Services include: reviewing Individualized Education Plans, Section 504 Plans, Individualized Health Care Plans, and Intervention & Referral Service Plans; explaining evaluations; attending IEP & 504 meetings; negotiating resolutions of programming and placement disputes; filing mediation and due process petitions; handling school disciplinary charges, hearings & appeals; providing guidance to college students regarding rights under Section 504; and assisting with applications for public benefits.

MarbleJam Kids 214 State St., Suite 204 Hackensack, NJ 07601 201-497-6512 Fax 201-942-4450 info@marblejam.org marblejam.org MarbleJam Kids is a NJ DDD and NJ DCF Authorized Provider promoting creativity in the community. MarbleJam provides programs for children, teens and adults with autism, ADHD, developmental disabilities and other special needs.

Schenck Price Smith & King, LLP 115 Century Road, Ste 100, Paramus 201.262.1600 | www.spsk.com Founded in 1912, Schenck Price Smith & King is a full-service law firm with offices in northern New Jersey. As one of NJ’s leading law firms, they are proud sponsors of the Step Up for the Arc of Bergen & Passaic Walks. Their attorneys are members of the Special Needs Alliance. They assist individuals with special needs and their families to find legal solutions and secure resources to provide lifetime care and peace of mind. They prepare Special Needs Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, Guardianship applications, DDD and Medicaid applications.

Good Talking People, LLC. 111 Galway Place, Suite 201, Teaneck 31 Sheridan Ave, Suite 1, Ho Ho Kus 201.837.8371 | www.goodtalkingpeople.com GTP is a private practice in Speech Language Pathology staffed with licensed & certified clinicians. For over 25 years, GTP has been providing diagnostic & intervention services for toddlers through adults with speech, language, learning & social challenges. Services include: Speech Language Evaluations, Individual Speech Language Therapy, Individual & Group Social Thinking Programs. We offer cutting edge programs to increase literacy and treatment for executive functioning. GTP has staff to provide treatment for Adults with neurological disorders and is an approved agency by NJ State Dept of Education. GTP is an approved provider for DDD for Adults 21+.

RECREATION The Center for Contemporary Art 2020 Burnt Mills Road, Bedminster 908.234.2345 | www.ccabedminster.org/art- reach/art-childrenasd-special/ The Center for Contemporary Art offers year round classes and summer programs providing needed access to creative art experiences for children with Austism Spectrum Disorder and other special needs. The arts provide an invaluable avenue of self-expression for those with limited or no verbal communication, and because of heightened sensory needs, they often respond well to the multi-sensory stimulation and the hands-on approach inherent in art.

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TRANSITIONING TO EMPLOYMENT Inroads to Opportunities 301 Cox Street, Roselle 908.241.7200 | www.inroadsto.org Inroads to Opportunities provides vocational preparation, transition from school to work, job placement and mental health services to individuals with a variety of disabilities from ages 16 through retirement and beyond. Inroads pro- vides benefits counseling, supported employment and follow along, day habitation, training, education and certification, and more.

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