Welcome to the Child Study Team Webpage!

The Ocean Gate School District offers a variety of special services to meet the needs of our students. Child Study Team services are available to children 3 years old to 6th grade. Children experiencing physical, sensory, emotional, communication, cognitive and/or social difficulties may be eligible for special education and related services. Parents should contact the Child Study Team office for further information at (732)-269-3023 ext 4. Babies from birth to 3 who are thought to have a developmental delay may receive assistance from the Early Intervention Program.

When a child is referred for a Child Study Team evaluation, if the decision is made to undertake a full Child Study Team evaluation, the child's social, emotional and academic status may be assessed. Medical or other specialized evaluations may be included in the assessment at no cost to the parent.

If a child is determined to be eligible for special education and related services, an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is developed, which includes the educational goals and objectives for the school year, as well as modifications and supports they will receive as part of their program.

• Joanne Hickey-Esler, Social Worker

• Email Joanne Hickey-Esler

• Telephone- 732-269-3023 extension 208

The Remind App- text @ogs-cst to 81010 or utilize the link here.