Official Site of The State of New Jersey
Special Education
User Resources
This page contains the core tools you need to complete your Special Education submission in NJSLEDS. Each resource below is designed to guide you through a specific part of the process—from understanding field rules to formatting your file.
For additional help and resources, the Key Documents page or contact the NJSLEDS Help Desk.
Quick Tips
- Use Template A if you don’t have a source system and are building your file from scratch (includes lookup values).
- If you export from a source system, Template B (header row only) often fits better into your existing process.
- Double-check that your data is consistent with your Student Management submission to avoid errors.
Data Handbook
Provides field definitions, validation rules, and submission structure for Special Education data.
Download the Special Education Data Handbook (PDF)
(Last updated: August 26, 2025)
Submission Templates
Use these Excel templates to structure your Special Education submission correctly. Both versions meet NJDOE requirements:
- Special Education Submission Template A (with headers and lookup values)
- Special Education Submission Template B (header row only)
(Last updated: August 28, 2025)
Special Scenarios
Outlines common scenarios and clarifies how and when students should be included in or excluded from the submission.
View the Special Education Scenarios (PDF)
(coming soon)
Webinar Slides
Review the most recent Special Education webinar for a walkthrough of the submission process, key reminders, and common errors.
Download the Special Education Webinar Slides (PDF)
(Last updated: July 7, 2025)
