New Jersey Joint Council of County Special Services School Districts

We are dedicated partners in educating and empowering students with special needs and significant disabilities.

A Look Inside: Atlantic County Special Services School District

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NJ Special Services Districts Use Technology to Enhance Student Experiences

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Salem County Special Services Receives Federal School Violence Prevention Grant

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A Look Inside: Gloucester County Special Services School District

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County Special Services Schools Receive Department of Education Grant to Support Student Transitions

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Joint Council Partners with Department of Education’s Office of School Bus Safety for Driver and Aide Training

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A Look Inside: Salem County Special Services School District

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A Look Inside: Mercer County Special Services School District

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District Highlight: Bleshman Regional Day School Recognized as Apple Distinguished School

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Welcome New Joint Council Chairperson, Jamie Moscony

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A Look Inside: Cape May County Special Services School District

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NJ’s County Special Services Schools Celebrate Disability Employment Awareness Month

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A Look Inside: Bergen County Special Services School District

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NJ’s County Special Services School Districts Work to Prepare Students for their Next Steps in Life

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About The New Jersey Joint Council of County Special Services School Districts

The New Jersey Joint Council of County Special Services School Districts promotes the unique role of county special services school districts as providers of highly specialized placements for students with severe and multiple disabilities and cost-effective shared services for local districts. The special services districts work in partnership with local districts to help each student reach his or her full potential.

Learn more about the Joint Council and its eight member districts.

New Jersey Joint Council of County Special Services School Districts Spotlights

Organization Highlight

Cape May County Special Services Highlight: Fish for Life!

Cape May County Special Services Highlight: Fish for Life!

The Joint Council of County Special Services School Districts is launching a new feature this year highlighting organizations from within our counties who have shown support for or offered opportunities to our students and their families. This month, Cape May County...

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Staff Spotlight

BCSSSD Staff Spotlight: Andy Liso

BCSSSD Staff Spotlight: Andy Liso

This month the October staff spotlight shines on Andy Liso, who has been a member of the Bergen County Special Services School District (BCSSSD) family for the past 24 years. Over the years, Andy has made an impact through his work within a variety of programs...

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Student Spotlight

BCSSSD Student Spotlight: Blake F. & Jose R.

BCSSSD Student Spotlight: Blake F. & Jose R.

Blake F. Bergen County Special Services School District student Blake F. is one of the highlighted individuals for this month’s Student Spotlight. Blake is in his third year of BCSSD’s Career Crossroads program a shared-time vocational program that offers students the...

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Districts in the News

Joint Council Grant Post

County Special Services Districts receive $9.6 million from NJ Department of Education to expand opportunities for students in transition programs

County special services districts received a total of $9.6 million in funding through the Maximizing Post-School Outcomes for Students with Disabilities Grant. This grant is designed to assist districts with enhancing existing programs and creating new opportunities. 

Read more in this NJDOE press release

Apple Distinction Website Story

North Jersey school named one of the most innovative 'in the world' by Apple

Bergen County Special Services School District’s Bleshman Regional Day School has been named an Apple Distinguished School. As one of only 888 schools in the world to receive this honor, Bleshman was selected for the innovative ways that staff members use technology to enhance programs for students.

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Student Wearing Virtual Reality Goggles

BurlCo Special Services Incorporates Educational Technology Into the Curriculum

Burlington County Special Services understands the value of investing in educational technology. District leaders have integrated these tools into the curriculum to help them meet each student’s unique needs.

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Paramus School Holds Pep Rally for NY Giants Before Playoff Game vs. Eagles

Paramus School Holds Pep Rally for NY Giants Before Playoff Game vs. Eagles

Students at Bergen County Special Services School District’s Bleshman Regional Day School in Paramus enjoyed a very spirited pep rally, thanks to the New York Giants. Former Giants players, along with the team’s drumline, welcomed students as they arrived at school on Jan. 20. The #BigBlueFriday pep rally was one that students and staff will never forget. Learn more in this NBC New York story.

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Featured District Video

Learn more about how county special services school districts integrate technology into their specialized programs to educate students. This video highlights Bergen County’s Bleshman Day School, which was recently named a Apple Distinguished School and is one of only 888 schools in the world to receive this honor.

I am continually impressed by the caring, thoughtful staff at BCSSSD. This was my daughter’s first year and they went “above and beyond” to help her make the transition. I appreciated the feedback I received from her teachers…I felt I was part of the team in decisions about her program.

Patti B.

Burlington County

As I watched from my car, my three-year-old son walked off his first school bus…no speech, required a special diet…multi-disabled. I was terrified for him. But, I saw at least three staff members welcome him…and escort him where he needed to go. That was 13 years ago. Today he still gets that same warm welcome. We are so pleased with the young man my son is growing to be and the school has been very instrumental in this.

Nancy H.

Cape May County