New Jersey Statutes 18A:64A-87. Findings, declarations
Terms Used In New Jersey Statutes 18A:64A-87
- Board: means the board of education. See New Jersey Statutes 18A:1-1
- County college: means an educational institution established or to be established by one or more counties, offering programs of instruction, extending not more than two years beyond the high school, which may include but need not be limited to specialized or comprehensive curriculums, including college credit transfer courses, terminal courses in the liberal arts and sciences, and technical institute type programs. See New Jersey Statutes 18A:64A-1
- Employment: includes employment in a position. See New Jersey Statutes 18A:1-1
- State: extends to and includes any State, territory or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia and the Canal Zone. See New Jersey Statutes 1:1-2
a. Many individuals with developmental disabilities are not able to realize their potential as full community members with maximum independence and productivity because the education and related services, which they were entitled to while in school, ended abruptly once they exited the secondary school system.
b. Individuals with developmental disabilities deserve the opportunity to successfully transition into meaningful employment and enhanced independent living opportunities and skills, as appropriate, and they can make greater progress with special services and support during this critical transition period.
c. A center that offers individuals with developmental disabilities special services and support, including the coordination of opportunities available from service providers, educational institutions, and the private sector during this period, will enable individuals with developmental disabilities to more successfully transition into independent, productive, and meaningful lives.
d. It is appropriate that the board of trustees of each county college establish a county college-based adult center for transition for individuals with developmental disabilities to assist them in utilizing the college’s, State‘s, and county’s existing services, programs, and resources.
L.2021, c.425, s.1.