Special Connection April 2026 Newsletter

APRIL 2026 NEWSLETTER

Dear Parents & Friends,

At ASCF, we’re wondering—are you as glad as we are that winter is finally behind us? We certainly are!

In this issue, you’ll find a collection of helpful information curated with you in mind. As you explore this newsletter, we hope to highlight valuable resources you may not yet be aware of across New Jersey’s ever-expanding digital landscape.

Please be aware that there has been a change in the scheduled date for Dad Chat. Dad Chat will meet on the second Monday of each month at 8:00 pm.

We’re also excited to share that new podcasts are currently in production—stay tuned for fresh content designed for your listening enjoyment.

Enjoy, warm up, and happy reading!

🌷

Sincerely,

The ASCF Staff

Julie, Tammi, Terry, Meredith, Dennis, Sean, Phoebe, Corie and Matthew

FREE VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS

Open to all families and caregivers!

For more information about our workshops, please visit our website by clicking the link at the bottom of the newsletter.

MEDICAID & SOCIAL SECURITY

WHAT EVERY FAMILY WITH A DISABLED CHILD SHOULD KNOW!

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Location: Online (A zoom link will be emailed to the email on your registration the morning of the event.)

EARLY CHILDHOOD

TRANSITION FROM EARLY INTERVENTION

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

TIME: 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Location: Zoom (Location: Online (A zoom link will be emailed to the email on your registration the morning of the event.)

EARLY CHILDHOOD

TRANSITION FROM PRESCHOOL

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Location: Zoom (Location: Online (A zoom link will be emailed to the email on your registration the morning of the event.)

VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUPS FOR PARENTS

DAD CHAT

Join this virtual Dad's group on the second Monday of each month at 8:00 pm.

Please email Dennis at dennis@ascfamily.org or call us at

973-728-8744

with your email address and phone number to register.

Click the button at the bottom of the page for more information on our website.

ACTIVITIES

RESOURCES

SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM GOALS MUST BE MEASURABLE!

Click the link below and follow it to an informative newsletter, CHALK BEAT.

New Jersey working group report finds gaps in special education planning process - Chalkbeat

To register, scan the QR code or click on the button below.

Transition Plan

AFFORDABLE HOUSING

Deadline: April 20, 2026 1:00 p.m.

Deadline: April 28, 2026 1:00 p.m.

Visit our Website

DISCLAIMER:

The Association for Special Children and Families does not provide or give legal or medical advice.

DESCARGO DE RESPONSABILIDAD:

La Asociación para Niños y Familias Especiales no proporciona ni brinda asesoramiento legal o médico.

The contents of this newsletter was developed under a grant from the US Department of Education, H328C10009. However, those contents do not necessarily represent the the policy of the US Department of Education, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.