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Transition to Kindergarten: A Guide for Students with Disabilities

Overview of the kindergarten placement process for students who need school-aged special education services. More detailed information on eligibility, referral, evaluations, Turning 5 IEP meeting, and kindergarten placement. Guide also includes information on what to do if placement is inappropriate (complaints, mediation, impartial hearings).

Nov 12, 2023

Guide

Kindergarten Admissions: A Guide for Families of Children Born in 2019

This guide explains the kindergarten admissions process and answers frequently asked questions. Includes information for families of students with disabilities, ELLs, and students in temporary housing.

Nov 8, 2023

Guide

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

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 2, 2023

Tip sheet

Rocking the GED: Accommodations on the High School Equivalency Test (Spanish)

This fact sheet explains what testing accommodations are available when taking the GED and how to request them.

Oct 20, 2023

Fact sheet

Start of School Questions & Answers for Families of Students with Disabilities in NYC

This fact sheet for families of students with disabilities covers issues that typically come up at the start of the school year, such as what to do if a child does not yet have a school assignment or the school assigned says they cannot serve the child’s needs.

Sep 27, 2023

Fact sheet

Start of School Questions & Answers for Families of Students with Disabilities (Spanish)

This fact sheet for families of students with disabilities covers issues that typically come up at the start of the school year, such as what to do if a child does not yet have a school assignment or the school assigned says they cannot serve the child’s needs.

Sep 9, 2023

Tip sheet

Applying for OPWDD (Spanish)

This fact sheet explains how to apply for OPWDD, A New York State agency that provides therapies, supportive employment, and other programs for people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Sep 6, 2023

Fact sheet

High School Graduation Options for Students with Disabilities (Korean)

This fact sheet explains diploma and non-diploma options for students with disabilities in New York State.

Sep 6, 2023

Tip sheet

Applying for OPWDD

This fact sheet explains how to apply for OPWDD, A New York State agency that provides therapeutic services, supportive employment, and day programs for people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Sep 6, 2023

Tip sheet

Parent Teacher Conferences: What you should ask

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.

Aug 12, 2023

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