Project CHILD FIND
Project CHILD FIND is a free referral service and public awareness campaign to assist in the identification of unserved or underserved youths ages 3-21 who may be disabled. Preschoolers who demonstrate delays in the development of motor, communication, social-emotional or cognitive skills may be eligible for special education and/or related services. School-age students between the ages of 5 and 21 who may be disabled due to physical, sensory, educational, communication, cognitive or social difficulties may also be eligible for special education and related services. If your child appears to have one or more of the following signs, please contact the Hillsborough Township Department of Special Services.
Significant delays in acquiring language or significant speech problems
Significant difficulty walking, running, or manipulating small objects
Frequent health problems or disabilities present from birth
Consistent trouble seeing or hearing
Tendency toward temper tantrums or excessive anxiety/shyness
Significant difficulty playing appropriately with other children
Significant problems paying attention and listening
New Jersey's Early Intervention System provides services for infants and toddlers (from birth to the child's third birthday) who have developmental delays or disabilities, as well as support for the families. Parents who have questions may call 1-800-322-8174.
For children 3-21 years of age, the Hillsborough school district provides free appropriate public education (FAPE) for eligible students. Parents who have questions about the eligibility of their child are encouraged to contact the Hillsborough Township Department of Special Services by contacting Dr. Suzan Radwan, Director of Special Services, 3 79 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey 08844, 908-431-6600, Ext. 2387. For further information, please see our district's special education website at www.htps.us.