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.
AFC’s free know-your-rights guides, tip sheets, and other resources can help you advocate successfully for your child.
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Summary of how to determine if your child is eligible for services under Section 504, and how to obtain them.
This fact sheet explains the process for assigning a related services provider to a preschool student and what to do if related services are not in place.
Describes the rights of pregnant and parenting students; explains how to request childcare from the NYCPS’ LYFE program; and gives tips to advocate for the educational needs of pregnant and parenting youth.
This fact sheet explains students’ rights under the J.G. settlement.
This guide explains charter school discipline policy, what to do if your child has been suspended from a charter school, how to appeal a charter school’s suspension decision, and your rights throughout the process. Includes information for families of students with disabilities.
The College Board, which administers the SAT, PSAT, and AP exams, grants testing accommodations for students with appropriate documentation. Explains how to apply.
Covers the diagnosis of autism; Early Intervention services, preschool special education, and school-age special education for children with autism; instructional practices and additional support services; tips for parents and information on support groups and additional resources.
AFC and the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund filed a lawsuit in Supreme Court, New York County against the Department of Education, seeking an order compelling the Department of Education to release certain records as required by the New York State Freedom of Information Law and the Department of Education Chancellor’s Regulation D-110.
Answers frequently asked questions about special education and charter schools, including who is responsible for implementing a student’s IEP at a charter school and what to do if you are having trouble getting your child appropriate supports and services at a charter school.