What is extended school year?
"Extended school year services" means special education and related services that are provided to a
student with a disability beyond the normal school year in accordance with the student's IEP at no
cost to the parent. (NJAC 6A:14-1.3)
How do students qualify for extended school year services?
The IEP team shall make an individual determination regarding the need for an extended
school year program. An extended school year program provides for the extension of special
education and related services beyond the regular school year. An extended school year
program is provided in accordance with the student's IEP when an interruption in educational
programming causes the student's performance to revert to a lower level of functioning and
recoupment cannot be expected in a reasonable length of time. The IEP team shall consider
all relevant factors in determining the need for an extended school year program. (NJAC 6A:14-4.3c)
When will parents receive information regarding ESY?
Extended school year letters have been sent to all parents/guardians of eligible students following ESY registration. General information regarding the program can be found below. If you have specific questions regarding your child's summer program, please do not hesitate to contact the Department of Special Services.
*Parent Overview Extended School Year (ESY)
*Supply List, Grades 1-8
*Supply List, PreK-K