The topic of special education can be confusing and frightening for parents who suspect their child has a disability or has difficulty learning. Parents in this situation want to know how to get help for their child. This guide is intended as a reference for people who have questions about special education for a child. It summarizes the basic procedures, services and rights of children to an education and represents current federal and state laws and regulations. It is not intended to offer advice or legal guidance. For an expanded, legally-grounded explanation of any aspect of the special education process, parents/caregivers should contact Advocates for Children of New Jersey's Kidlaw Legal Resource Center. Staff attorneys can provide printed information and limited personal assistance to individual parents/caregivers.