The mission of Cranford Public Schools is to promote
learner success and inclusion through a stimulating, nurturing learning environment, high
quality instruction, and support services that enable all students to reach their full
potential.
Belief Statements:
A system of communication that is proactive, facilitates and fosters
ongoing communication between parent, teacher, and paraprofessionals.
Ongoing professional development and training for teachers/parents
and paraprofessionals that reflects a commitment to provide instruction that is
appropriate to meet the needs of all children and their respective disabilities while
fostering instructional effectiveness which will promote optimal learner success and
inclusion.
Continuity and consistency of service provision.
To establish and maintain positive open working relationship /
partnership between parents, school administrators and community.
General Department Information
The Cranford Department of Special Services is responsible for the
provision of all services to students with disabilities. Specifically the department and
its staff:
Provide intervention consultation to schools for students who may be
exhibiting academic, social, or behavioral difficulties
Evaluate students with suspected disabilities or students who may be
in need of speech/language services
Facilitate the development of IEP’s for students found eligible
for special education or speech/language services
Provide special education and related services as identified by
pupils’ IEP’s
Provide case management services to ensure timely and appropriate
provision of services
