Celebrating Special Education Week in New Jersey

Celebrating Special Education
Week in New Jersey

Students, parents and educators from throughout the state gathered in Princeton on Monday to celebrate Special Education Week in New Jersey. NJSBA and ASAH...serving the private special education community since 1974 have sponsored the event for 23 years.

Roberta Wohle, director of special education for the state Department of Education, presented a proclamation from Gov. Jon S. Corzine recognizing the achievements of the state’s special education students.

Twelve districts also were honored as part of NJSBA and ASAH’s Innovations in Special Education contest for exceptional education programs.

Students and staff from the Bright Beginnings Learning Center at Middlesex County Regional Educational Services Commission stand before their display showcasing their award-winning “Inch by Inch” gardening program. Left to right: Andrew Cole, 11; Rebecca Bobrowski, teacher; Sorabh Surana, 9; Taylor Miranda, 9; Wendy Eaton, principal; and Mark Finkelstein, superintendent.

Front Row: Matthew Rich, coordinator for HollyDELL School’s award-winning program, SCOOP (Speaking Candidly on Our Perspective); and William Manieri, student. Back Row: Harry Delgado, NJSBA vice president for county activities; Philip M. Gartlan, ASAH first vice president; and Bill Manieri, parent.