This bill, introduced in 2019, but not passed, would establish a pilot program for special education students to attend college courses or vocational training programs at county college, vocational schools and local IHEs in NJ. The program would be administered by local school districts that would submit a proposal to the New Jersey Education Commissioner to set up a partnership with a nearby postsecondary institution. They would be responsible for all management and must cover students’ tuition. The program’s pilot phase would last 4 years in 15 school districts before its future status is determined.
Status: Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee following reporting from Senate Education Committee: November 14, 2019