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Making a Referral
If you want your child to be evaluated for special education services, you must make a referral, this page covers what you need to know.
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High School Students
It's never too early to start planning for high school. You can start as early as sixth grade. Get the information you need to find the right fit for your child.
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Evaluation
After you give consent, we have 60 calendar days to evaluate your child.
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Starting the Process
Learn how to get started with your child's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
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Testing Accommodations
Students with Individualized Education Programs and students with 504 Plans may be eligible to receive testing accommodations.
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Students with Disabilities and Gifted and Talented
... special education services and supports in the program.
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Finding an Independent Provider
... special education teachers in the New York City area. Their findings can be found in this report. (This Report does not impact existing payment schedules for services provided by DOE teachers or independent special ed...
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Transition from High School
Help your student with a disability get ready for what comes after high school. Get supports, timelines and more options for students when they turn 21.
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Talking About Disability
Talking to children about disability can help them better understand themselves and their peers. Find information to help you get the conversation started.
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Your Rights
Learn your child’s rights to a Free Appropriate Public Education and your rights to be involved through Due Process.
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Impartial Hearings
If you have a child with disabilities whom you believe did not receive a free and appropriate public education or reasonable accommodations, you can request an impartial hearing.
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Preschool Students
Preschool special education services can support children ages three to five with disabilities or delays in development and are provided free of charge to families.