Child Study Team

The Child Study Team (CST) is a multi-disciplinary team that works together with parents/guardians and staff to identify students suspected of having a disability(ies) that impact their academic progress. 

Middlesex County Magnet Schools has two CSTs that serve as case managers for students identified as Eligible for Special Education and Related Services. 

The CST plays a central role in developing Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs), coordinating various aspects of state and campus-specific evaluations, and ongoing collaboration with students, staff, administration, and local school district case managers.

The Roles of the Child Study Team

The Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC) assesses a child's academic levels, learning needs, and strengths and transfers specific instructional techniques to classroom teachers through consultation and collaboration.

The School Psychologist is a qualified member of the Child Study Team who works collaboratively with educators and parents to meet the needs of students. The School Psychologist conducts psychological evaluations to determine a student's intellectual, developmental, social/emotional, and behavioral status.

The School Social Worker evaluates a child's developmental history and home environment and acts as a liaison between the home, school, community, and outside service agencies.  

The Speech and Language Specialist evaluates children to determine eligibility for services in the school setting. For eligible children, the Speech and Language Specialist prepares written diagnostic reports, provides services, and is a resource for parents/guardians, teachers/staff, and administrators.