Rigorous Academic Programming (RAP)
Students receive rigorous academic programming within a supportive and nurturing environment, with continued access to Core Curriculum standards.
Overview
Special Services Department
Special Services
Supporting the Whole Student
The Monroe Township Public School District’s Child Study Team and Special Services Department works with students, families, and school staff to support the academic, social, and emotional needs of our students.
Our Approach
Individualized Support in the Least Restrictive Environment
The district is committed to developing each student’s unique strengths and needs through individualized, research-based support.
High Impact and Short Term (HIST)
When appropriate, interventions are designed to be high impact and short term while addressing each student’s identified educational needs.
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
The goal is to help students make meaningful academic progress while promoting success in the least restrictive environment.
Early Identification
Project Child Find
Concerned that a child may need additional educational support?
Project Child Find helps identify children who may have a disability and may be eligible for special education and related services.
Student Stability and Access
The McKinney-Vento Program
The McKinney-Vento Program is designed to minimize the impact of homelessness on children’s education. Some qualifying situations may not be obvious to families experiencing housing instability.
Qualifying Living Situations
A child may qualify when living:
- In a shelter
- With more than one family in a house or apartment
- In a motel, car, or campsite
Educational Support
Children determined to be living in a homeless situation can:
- Register without undue delay despite missing some otherwise required paperwork
- Receive free breakfast and lunch
Contact the District Liaison
Stephanie Garriel
Monroe Township Homeless Liaison
Download the Homeless Residency Questionnaire (opens in a new tab)
Programs and Services
Specialized Programs and Student Support
Explore the district’s additional student supports, transition programming, and program profiles.
Community-Based Instruction (CBI)
Review the district’s Community-Based Instruction program information.
Occupational Transitions Program
Review the Williamstown High School program schema and the core abilities for a job.
Autism Program
Program information provided by Monroe Township Public Schools.
Co-Teach Program
Program information provided by Monroe Township Public Schools.
Speech Services
Service information provided by Monroe Township Public Schools.
Learning Disabilities Program
Program information provided by Monroe Township Public Schools.
Multiple Disabilities Program
Program information provided by Monroe Township Public Schools.
Child Study Team
Collaborative Educational Planning and Support
The Child Study Team (CST) is a multidisciplinary team that works with students, families, and school staff to identify and address individual educational needs. The team may participate in evaluations, develop recommendations for educational programming and supports, and collaborate with families and educators to help students succeed.
Download the Role of the Child Study Team Guide (opens in a new tab)Evaluation and Identification
Helps determine whether a student may have an educational disability and may be eligible for special education and related services.
Educational Planning
Works with families and educators to identify appropriate educational programming, supports, and services.
Student Support
Collaborates with school staff and families to address individual student needs and promote educational progress.
Family Partnership
Parents and guardians are an important part of the process and work alongside the school team to support their child.
Preschool and Early Intervention
Information and resources are available for families transitioning from early intervention into preschool services.
Early Intervention Transition to Preschool
Guidance for families preparing to transition from early intervention services.
Preschool Autism Program Options
Review preschool autism program options provided by the district.
Preschool Program Options
Review the district’s preschool program options and visit the Preschool page.
Need Help Finding the Right Support?
Contact the Special Services Department with questions about programs, resources, or support for your child.
Special Services
Supporting Well-Being
The Monroe Township Public School District’s Child Study Team and Special Services Department works with students, families, and school staff to support the academic, social, and emotional needs of our students.
Use this page to learn about the Child Study Team, explore specialized programs and services, access family resources, and find support for your child’s educational needs.
Our Approach
Supporting the Whole Student:
The district's Child Study Team and Special Services Department is committed to developing each student's unique strengths and needs through individualized, research-based support.
Our approach emphasizes Rigorous Academic Programming (RAP) within a supportive and nurturing environment. When appropriate, interventions are designed to be High Impact and Short Term (HIST) while maintaining access to the Core Curriculum standards.
The goal is to help students make meaningful academic progress while supporting their individual needs and promoting success in the least restrictive environment (LRE).
Project Child Find
Concerned that a child may need additional educational support?
Project Child Find helps identify children who may have a disability and may be eligible for special education and related services.
Child Study Team
The Child Study Team (CST) is a multidisciplinary team that works with students, families, and school staff to identify and address individual educational needs.
The team may participate in evaluations, develop recommendations for educational programming and supports, and collaborate with families and educators to help students succeed.
Role of the Child Study Team
Download the district's guide explaining the CST's role and responsibilities.
What the CST Does:
Evaluation & Identification
Helps determine whether a student may have an educational disability and may be eligible for special education and related services.
Educational Planning
Works with families and educators to identify appropriate educational programming, supports, and services.
Student Support
Collaborates with school staff and families to address individual student needs and promote educational progress.
Family Partnership
Parents and guardians are an important part of the process and work alongside the school team to support their child.