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We understand how difficult it can be to navigate the New York City Department of Education. Parents can spend an enormous amount of time researching different programs or simply trying to understand their child’s school-related rights.

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Guide to Manifestation Determination Review (MDR): Protections for students with disabilities who face discipline
  • Guide
    • Guide to Manifestation Determination Review (MDR): Protections for students with disabilities who face discipline

    Students with disabilities have special rights and protections when they are suspended from school or removed from class. One of those rights is a meeting, called a Manifestation Determination Review, that might help your child stay in the current classroom. This guide explains what happens at the meeting and how to prepare.

    Last Updated: Apr 27, 2025

    Program Options for English Language Learners: English as a New Language (ENL), Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE), and Dual Language
  • Brochure
    • Program Options for English Language Learners: English as a New Language (ENL), Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE), and Dual Language

    A brief overview of the three main English language learning programs in New York City’s public schools: English as a New Language (ENL), Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE), and Dual Language.

    Last Updated: May 3, 2025

    Advocating for English Language Learners
  • Tip sheet
    • Advocating for English Language Learners

    This tip sheet provides information for parents of students identified as English Language Learners, including the process for identifying a student as an ELL, the specific rights ELLs have within the school system, and what services ELLs may receive. This tip sheet also outlines the rights of ELL parents and addresses several common questions that parents of ELLs may have.

    Last Updated: Apr 29, 2025

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