In Boonton, N.J., Linda Mauriello plays a vital role in helping young people with disabilities transition into the workforce through skill development and job placements. Despite success stories, like students securing long-term employment, a significant gap exists as hundreds of thousands of eligible students do not receive assistance. New Jersey, in particular, has the lowest rate of service provision, with only about 2% of eligible students receiving help. The program has struggled over the past decade due to a decentralized school governance system and a lack of awareness among parents and educators about available resources.
Hundreds of thousands of students with disabilities are not receiving essential services to prepare for the workforce, despite the federal and state governments spending half a billion dollars annually.
New Jersey has the country's lowest proportion of eligible students receiving help, leaving many in need without critical support to integrate into the workforce.
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