Engagement of Parents of Students with Disabilities Continuation Year 2 of 3

This grant supports the continuation (Year 2 of 3) of a statewide initiative to engage parents and caregivers of students with disabilities. The awardee (Rutgers Bridge‑Center for Effective School Practices) will receive up to $400,000 to expand parent‑group development, provide technical assistance, and deliver literacy and MTSS resources across New Jersey school districts. The work includes establishing new parent groups, supporting existing groups, delivering workshops, creating literacy kits, and producing training materials aligned with the NJ Tiered System of Supports. Reporting and reimbursement are monthly, with four interim reports and a final liquidation report required. • Launch ≥ 15 new parent advisory groups statewide and serve ≥ 150 existing groups, reaching at least 700 participants. • Provide technical assistance, training, and resource kits focused on general‑education inclusion, culturally responsive literacy, and multi‑tiered support systems. • Manage a $400 k budget (10 % admin cap, 8 % indirect cost cap) and comply with detailed monthly reimbursement, documentation, and final reporting requirements.