Student Testing Assistance Referrals and Support program (STARS)

The Macks Center for Jewish Education administers the Student Testing Assistance Referrals & Support program (STARS). This program provides subsidized testing for children with special needs.Through this program; CJE will:• Recommend appropriate testing for students• Make a provider list available to all families • Pre-approve families for financial assistance; before assessment takes place• Pay providers up to 50 percent of remaining balance; after insurance reimbursement; up to $1;000 per childIn order to participate in the STARS program; families must have already contacted their public school system and completed the “Child Find” process before applying to the CJE for financial assistance. Families must apply before assessment takes place