ASAH, New Jersey’s leading association of private schools serving individuals with disabilities, announced that it has officially changed its name to the New Jersey Association of Special Education Partner Schools (NJASEPS) during its 46th Annual Conference at the Hyatt Regency in New Brunswick.

For over 50 years, NJASEPS has been a trusted advocate for high-quality special education, representing 131 schools and agencies throughout New Jersey and serving more than 10,000 infants, children and young adults with disabilities.

“With our new name, NJASEPS reaffirms our commitment to advancing high-quality special education and supporting individuals with disabilities and their families across New Jersey,” said John J. Mulholland, Jr., Esq., executive director, NJASEPS. “While our focus remains the same, our new identity reflects a modern, collaborative approach to education and advocacy – emphasizing the power of partnership.”

NJASEPS’ Annual Conference – New Jersey’s premier event gathering more than 300 special education professionals, advocates and families – featured three dynamic sessions and five Collaborative Conversations focused on today’s most pressing topics, including classroom management, family engagement, social-emotional learning, school safety, transition services, assistive technologies and more.

With its new name, NJASEPS released renewed mission and vision statements:

NJASEPS’ Mission Statement

NJASEPS’ mission is to advance high-quality special education through effective practices, informed policy, and strong partnerships that enhance outcomes and quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families.

NJASEPS’ Vision Statement

NJASEPS is committed to a future where all individuals with disabilities in New Jersey have access to specialized education and a foundation of support that empowers lifelong success.

To learn more about NJASEPS, please visit https://www.njaseps.org.

About NJASEPS 

The New Jersey Association of Special Education Partner Schools (NJASEPS), formerly known as ASAH, is a nonprofit organization representing New Jersey’s private special education schools that provide highly specialized services to more than 10,000 infants, children, and young adults with disabilities. Since 1974, NJASEPS has worked in partnership with public school districts, state agencies, and communities to promote excellence, equity, and collaboration in special education across the state.