Preventing and Addressing Bullying: Tools and Resources
Learn about the rights of New Jersey students protected from bullying under state and federal laws
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Empowering families as advocates and partners in improving education, health/mental health and human services outcomes for infants, toddlers, children, youth and young adults.
We are committed to children and families with the greatest need due to disability or special health/mental health needs; poverty; discrimination based on race/ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, immigrant or homeless status; involvement in the child welfare or juvenile justice systems; geographic location; or other special circumstances. SPAN’s individual assistance, workshops, and resources are available in languages other than English. Learn more about us.
read our 2023 annual report: Doing More for Families and Students →
Paul & Karen Franklin
THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support SPAN on Friday evening, September 26, and enjoyed some great food, drinks, inspiring conversation, and an amazing awards presentation.
Congratulations to our two award recipients, New Jersey Attorney General, Matthew J. Platkin and Susan Coll-Guedes, M.Ed.
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Make a Lasting Impression
The SPAN Parent Advocacy Network invites our friends, parents, partners, and affiliated organizations to take part in a unique opportunity to be featured on our Tree of Gratitude, which will grace the entryway of our new office.
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Learn about the rights of New Jersey students protected from bullying under state and federal laws
This workshop is designed to help you transform from a service provider into a powerful educational partner.
This session equips families with the knowledge and tools to recognize the signs of bullying and respond in a proactive, supportive way.
Learn how to set tech boundaries, talk about digital behavior, teach situational awareness, and respond to both online and offline safety concerns with confidence.
Define routines and describe their benefits for young children and families, identify different types of routines that support children’s development and well-being and more.
This session introduces practical strategies to help children stay organized, focused, and confident in completing their assignments.
Al finalizar esta sesión, los participantes podrán:
Definir qué son las rutinas y describir sus beneficios para los niños(as) pequeños(as) y sus familias.
Identificar diferentes tipos de rutinas que apoyan el desarrollo y el bienestar de los niños(as).
Learn how to set tech boundaries, talk about digital behavior, teach situational awareness, and respond to both online and offline safety concerns with confidence.
Participants will learn the special education process, advocacy and leadership skills and different ways how to access services and supports for their child.
Learn simple ways to use language that builds confidence, encourages responsibility, and strengthens relationships.
Soluciones Positivas para las Familias es un programa divertido de siete sesiones para padres, madres y cuidadores de niños(as) de 2 a 8 años.
This will be an interactive, in-person Policy & System Advocacy workshop designed for anyone interested in grassroots advocacy for children and youth with disabilities. This training will share practical tools and strategies to strengthen your advocacy efforts. Come ready to learn, practice, and feel empowered to make meaningful change in your community.
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