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English Language Learners and Special Education (French)

This fact sheet is for parents of children learning English who believe their child may need special education services. This tipsheet provides an overview of bilingual special education, including the steps for obtaining an initial bilingual evaluation and the specific services and resources their child could be eligible for.

Dec 3, 2017

Fact sheet

English Language Learners and Special Education (Urdu)

This fact sheet is for parents of children learning English who believe their child may need special education services. This tipsheet provides an overview of bilingual special education, including the steps for obtaining an initial bilingual evaluation and the specific services and resources their child could be eligible for.

Dec 3, 2017

Fact sheet

English Language Learners and Special Education (Russian)

This fact sheet is for parents of children learning English who believe their child may need special education services. This tipsheet provides an overview of bilingual special education, including the steps for obtaining an initial bilingual evaluation and the specific services and resources their child could be eligible for.

Dec 3, 2017

Guide

Transition to Kindergarten: A Guide for Students with Disabilities (Arabic)

This guide is a comprehensive overview of the transition from preschool to kindergarten for children with disabilities. Answers frequently asked questions about the kindergarten IEP meeting and special education programs and services available for kindergarten students.

Nov 13, 2017

Guide

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

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.

Sep 27, 2017

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.

Jul 27, 2017

Guide

Guide for Court-Involved Students (Spanish)

This guide gives a basic overview of the education rights of young people ages 7-21 in NYC with involvement in the juvenile or criminal justice system. It describes the education rights of youth in community and court-ordered settings, along with students’ transition back to school.

Jun 26, 2017

Fact sheet

English Language Learners and Special Education (Arabic)

This tip sheet is for parents of children learning English who believe their child may need special education services. In New York City public schools, children who receive services to help them learn English and who also need special education services have the right to receive both types of services.

May 3, 2017

Fact sheet

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Fact Sheet (Spanish)

This tip sheet explains how to apply for SSI, a government-run program that provides cash assistance for people with disabilities.

Mar 20, 2017

Tip sheet

Parent Teacher Conferences: What you should ask (Spanish)

Thirty-two questions you can ask at your child’s next Parent Teacher Conference to learn more about their progress, participation, learning style, and academic strengths.

Nov 8, 2016

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