Policy Resources - Advocates for Children of New York

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Témoignage et commentaires publics

AFC Submits Comments on Proposed Amendment to Section 200.5

AFC submitted comments about the proposal to amend section 200.5 of the Regulations of the Commissioner, regarding the ability of parents to file due process complaints seeking the implementation of services recommended on an Individualized Education Services Plan (“IESP”).

Oct 22, 2024

Témoignage et commentaires publics

AFC Testifies on Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors in NYC’s Shelter System

Today, AFC is testifying before the New York City Council Committee on General Welfare, jointly with the New York City Council Committee on Women and Gender Equity on supporting domestic violence survivors in NYC’s shelter system.

Oct 9, 2024

Témoignage et commentaires publics

AFC Submits Comments on Proposed Changes to Chancellor’s Regulation A-820

AFC submitted comments about proposed changes to Chancellor’s Regulation A-820 regarding access to educational records.

Oct 2, 2024

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Témoignage et commentaires publics

AFC Testifies on Dyslexia & Dysgraphia

Today, AFC is testifying at a hearing of the New York State Education Department Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Task Force. Our testimony focuses on screening and intervention, emphasizing that moving the needle on literacy requires a comprehensive approach and a substantial and sustained commitment of resources.

Oct 1, 2024

Témoignage et commentaires publics

AFC & the ARISE Coalition Testify on School Transportation

Today, AFC and the ARISE Coalition (coordinated by AFC) are testifying before the New York City Council Committee on Education and Committee on Contracts about necessary upgrades to ensure students have safe, reliable, on-time transportation to school.

Sep 30, 2024

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Témoignage et commentaires publics

AFC Testifies on Foundation Aid Formula

AFC submitted comments to the Rockefeller Institute of Government about the state Foundation Aid education funding formula. New York State must revise the formula to meet the needs of today’s schools and students, including students who need the most support.

Sep 6, 2024

Tweed Courthouse, the headquarters of the Department of Education.

Témoignage et commentaires publics

AFC Submits Comments Regarding Amendments to Rules Related to Students in Behavioral Crises

Today, AFC is submitting comments regarding the proposed amendments to Chancellor’s Regulation A-411, and ways to further strengthen A-411 to emphasize that schools must support students, de-escalate behavior, and not use punitive measures – such as calling 911 – to respond to students in emotional crisis.

Jul 1, 2024

Témoignage et commentaires publics

L'AFC témoigne sur l'introduction. 266, Introduction. 399, Introduction. 733 et introduction. 771

Aujourd'hui, l'AFC témoigne devant le comité sur l'éducation du conseil municipal de New York concernant Intro. 266, établissant un groupe de travail sur la prévention de l'intimidation ; Introduction. 399, exigeant des rapports sur le respect de l'Americans with Disabilities Act ; Introduction. 733, exigeant des rapports sur l'enseignement professionnel et technique ; et introduction. 771, exigeant la diffusion d'informations sur les services d'interprétation.

18 juin 2024

Témoignage et commentaires publics

L'AFC soumet un témoignage sur l'introduction. 123 Concernant les familles avec enfants dans les refuges du DHS

Aujourd'hui, l'AFC soumet un témoignage au comité du conseil municipal de New York sur le bien-être général concernant l'introduction 123-2024, qui empêcherait le DHS d'exiger la présence d'un enfant lorsqu'une famille demande ou présente une nouvelle demande d'hébergement.

11 juin 2024

Témoignage et commentaires publics

L'AFC et la coalition ARISE témoignent sur le budget exécutif de la ville de New York pour l'exercice 2025

Aujourd'hui, l'AFC et la Coalition ARISE (coordonnées par l'AFC) témoignent devant le Comité de l'éducation et le Comité des finances du Conseil municipal de New York concernant le budget exécutif pour l'exercice 2025 et le plan d'investissement pour l'exercice 2025-2029. Notre témoignage appelle la Ville à maintenir le financement de plusieurs programmes essentiels qui sont encore en difficulté et à investir $1.25B pour rendre davantage d'écoles accessibles.

15 mai 2024

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