Since 1974, NJASEPS (formerly ASAH) has served private special education schools and agencies in New Jersey, ensuring the highest standards of service excellence for students and youth with disabilities.

With a focus on the needs of students, NJASEPS works to foster partnerships between its members, local school districts and local communities. We know that these collaborations not only enhance the quality of education programs, they ensure that students with disabilities are served in the least restrictive setting, and have the greatest chance of returning students to public school settings.

While providing information and referral to anyone seeking appropriate placement of individuals with special needs, NJASEPS also advocates directly for individuals with special needs and their families.

NJASEPS also promotes programs and policies that protect and enhance the well-being of individuals with disabilities and their families, especially those that impact or interface with their education.

NJASEPS BOARD OF TRUSTEES

OFFICERS
President: Dr. Rachel Tait, Eden School
First Vice President: Kenneth Alter, Deron School
Second Vice President: Michael Farrelly, The Gramon Family of Schools
Secretary: Regina Irwin, Hampton Academy
Treasurer: Annmarie Scorzo, Windsor & Shepard Schools
Immediate Past President: Brian Detlefsen, The Forum School

AT LARGE MEMBERS
Lauren Bell, Lakeview School
Kenneth Berger, Spectrum360
Peter Petrou, ECLC of New Jersey

REGION I
Christopher Lynch, Windsor Learning Center & Windsor School (Regional Chair)
Rachel Herrington, North Jersey Elks Developmental Disabilities Agency
Ryan Kimmins, Honor Ridge Academy

REGION II
Anthony G. Gebbia, Montgomery Academy (Regional Chair)
Colleen Motzel, Green Brook Academy
Michael Somers III, Chapel Hill Academy

REGION III
Michael Carpino, SEARCH Day Program (Regional Chair)
Cynthia D’Arcy, Collier School
Lisa Graul, LADACIN Network

REGION IV
Michele McCloskey, Archbishop Damiano School (Regional Chair)
Jennifer Amoroso, Durand
Chris Sarandoulias, Y.A.L.E. Schools

 

NJASEPS STAFF

John J. Mulholland, Jr., Chief Executive Officer
Stephanie Summers, Chief Operating Officer
Gianna McCloskey, Program Manager
Marlee Ventola, Administrative Coordinator
Donna Gomez, Administrative Assistant

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Association Publications

Parent Outreach

  • A Speakers Bureau for parent groups to access experts on topics in special education.
  • Sponsors New Jersey’s most prestigious annual conference on special education attended by teachers, school administrators, parents, and policymakers.
  • Sponsors Regional Conferences on special education.
  • Sponsors a statewide seminar series for educators.

Ensuring Excellence

  • Conducts outcome analysis and other studies to ensure quality of services.
  • Provides a forum for member agencies on both a statewide and regional basis to share expertise.
  • Creates the Professional Development Plan used by participating private schools and approved by the New Jersey Department of Education.
  • Celebrates Accomplishments of Students and Educators.
  • Sponsors Special Education Week in New Jersey
  • Sponsors an Annual Student Art Contest as part of Special Education Week.
  • Presents “Community Impact Awards” and “Professional Excellence Awards”.
  • Presents “Innovation in Special Education Awards” in partnership with the NJ School Boards Association.