Since 1974, ASAH has served private special education schools and agencies in New Jersey, ensuring the highest standards of service excellence for students and youth with disabilities.

With a focus on the needs of students, ASAH works to foster partnerships between its members, local school districts and local communities. We know that these collaborations not only enhance the quality of education programs, they ensure that students with disabilities are served in the least restrictive setting, and have the greatest chance of returning students to public school settings.

While providing information and referral to anyone seeking appropriate placement of individuals with special needs, ASAH also advocates directly for individuals with special needs and their families.

ASAH also promotes programs and policies that protect and enhance the well-being of individuals with disabilities and their families, especially those that impact or interface with their education.

ASAH BOARD OF TRUSTEES

REGION I
Christopher Lynch, Windsor Learning Center & Windsor School (Region Chair)
Kenneth Alter, Deron School (2nd Vice President)
Kenneth Berger, Spectrum360 (Member-at-Large)
Brian Detlefsen, The Forum School (President)
Michael Farrelly, The Gramon Family of Schools
Rachel Herrington, North Jersey Elks Developmental Disabilities Agency

REGION II
Anthony G. Gebbia, Montgomery Academy (Region Chair)
Colleen Motzel, Green Brook Academy
Sean Murphy, Matheny School
Peter Petrou, ECLC of New Jersey (Member-at-Large)
Annmarie Scorzo, Windsor & Shephard Schools (Treasurer)

REGION III
Michael Carpino, SEARCH Day Program (Region Chair)
Lauren Bell, Lakeview School (Member-at-Large)
Patricia Carlesimo, LADACIN Network (Ex-Officio)
Cynthia D’Arcy, Collier School
Lisa Graul, LADACIN Network
Rachel Tait, Eden School (1st Vice President)

REGION IV
Michele McCloskey, Archbishop Damiano School (Region Chair)
Regina Irwin, Hampton Academy (Secretary)
Steven Morse, Garfield Park Academy (Immediate Past President)
Chris Sarandoulias, Y.A.L.E. Schools
Rachel Wiggins Chan, Kingsway Learning Center

 

ASAH STAFF

John J. Mulholland, Jr., Executive Director
Stephanie Summers, External Affairs Director
Gianna McCloskey, Program Manager
Donna Gomez, Administrative Assistant

  • CLICK HERE to view our agency brochure in PDF format.

Association Publications

Parent Outreach

  • A toll-free Parent Assistance Line to help parents understand their rights and identify appropriate services.
  • A Speakers Bureau for parent groups to access experts on topics in special education.
  • Sponsors New Jersey’s most prestigious annual conference on special education attended by teachers, school administrators, parents, and policymakers.
  • Sponsors Regional Conferences on special education.
  • Sponsors a statewide seminar series for educators.

Ensuring Excellence

  • Conducts outcome analysis and other studies to ensure quality of services.
  • Provides a forum for member agencies on both a statewide and regional basis to share expertise.
  • Creates the Professional Development Plan used by participating private schools and approved by the New Jersey Department of Education.
  • Celebrates Accomplishments of Students and Educators.
  • Sponsors Special Education Week in New Jersey
  • Sponsors an Annual Student Art Contest as part of Special Education Week.
  • Presents “Community Impact Awards” and “Professional Excellence Awards”.
  • Presents “Innovation in Special Education Awards” in partnership with the NJ School Boards Association.