Policy Resources - Advocates for Children of New York

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AFC Submits Submits Testimony on the 2017–2018 State Human Services Budget Proposal

AFC submitted testimony for the New York State Joint Legislative Public Hearing on the 2017–2018 Human Services Budget proposal, urging legislators to increase investments in child care so that more children from low-income backgrounds can access early childhood education programs.

Feb 8, 2017

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AFC’s Letter to New U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos

AFC sent a letter to Secretary DeVos, emphasizing the importance of the federal government’s role in ensuring that all students are safe and supported at school and urging her to prioritize strengthening public education for children at risk of academic failure or discrimination.

Feb 8, 2017

Tweed Courthouse, the headquarters of the Department of Education.

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AFC Testifies on the Draft School Discipline Code for 2017

AFC testified before the NYC Department of Education Office of Safety and Youth Development on the draft citywide discipline code, urging the DOE to continue to reform our school disciplinary system to help students stay in school and reduce the disproportionately high rates of suspension experienced by Black students and students with disabilities.

Jan 25, 2017

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AFC Opposes the Nomination of Betsy DeVos as U.S. Secretary of Education

Jan 17, 2017

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AFC Comments Regarding Proposed Amendments to Chancellor’s Regulation A-101

AFC submitted comments to the New York City Department of Education regarding proposed changes to Chancellor’s Regulation A-101 (student admissions, discharges, and transfers), including changes to school selection and enrollment for students in foster care and students in temporary housing.

Jan 13, 2017

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AFC Submits Comments on Proposed Changes to Chancellor’s Regulations A-210 and A-750

AFC submitted comments to the New York City Department of Education regarding the response protocol for cases of unexplained absence with respect to students with current or recent child welfare involvement.

Dec 20, 2016

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장애물과 기회: 장애 학생을 위한 직업 및 기술 교육 경로 만들기

이 2016년 12월 보고서는 뉴욕주 장애 학생들을 위한 고등학교 수준의 직업 및 기술 교육(CTE) 프로그램에 대한 접근성을 분석합니다. 데이터 조사 결과와 전문가, 특수 교육 옹호자, 장애 학생 부모와의 인터뷰를 바탕으로 이 보고서는 CTE 장벽을 해결하기 위한 권장 사항을 제시합니다.

2016년 12월 8일

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AFC Testifies on Educational Services for New York City’s Detained, Placed, and Incarcerated Youth

AFC testified at an oversight hearing held by the New York City Council Committees on Fire and Criminal Justice Services jointly with the Committee on Juvenile Justice and the Committee on Education. Our testimony includes recommendations for improving the quality of education for youth in detention, placement, and incarceration, and after their release from these settings.

Nov 30, 2016

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AFC Submits Testimony on Bullying in NYC Schools & Supporting LGBTQ+ Students

AFC submitted testimony to the New York City Council Committee on Education with recommendations for addressing bullying in New York City public schools and supporting LGBTQ students, students with disabilities, and other vulnerable populations.

Oct 19, 2016

Close-up of colored pencils. (Photo by Kindel Media via Pexels)

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AFC Comments on NYSED’s Proposed Policy on the Least Restrictive Environment

AFC submitted comments in response to the New York State Education Department’s proposed plan to promote inclusion among preschool and school-age students with disabilities.

Sep 30, 2016

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