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Policy Resources

AFC works to change education policy so that the public school system serves all children effectively. We publish policy reports and data analyses, testify at the City and State levels, speak out in the press to bring attention to the challenges facing the students and families we serve, and join with other advocates, parents, youth, and educators to call for change.

Leading the Way for NYC Schools: Recommendations for the Next Administration
  • Policy Agenda

    • Leading the Way for NYC Schools: Recommendations for the Next Administration

    Based on our experience helping thousands of NYC families each year, we urge the next Mayor to take on big challenges with bold ideas and stand firm in the face of threats to students’ civil rights.
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    AFC, the Transition Alliance, and the ARISE Coalition Testify on the Need to Improve Special Education Services
  • Testimony & Public Comment
    • AFC, the Transition Alliance, and the ARISE Coalition Testify on the Need to Improve Special Education Services

    AFC, the Transition Alliance, and the ARISE Coalition testified before the City Council Committee on Education on Thursday, January 30th, 2025, on the need to improve special education services. The testimony called attention to the shortages of preschool special education classrooms and services, a lack of effective reading support for students struggling, inadequate behavioral health support, challenges with bus services, and more.

    Jan 30, 2025

    AFC Submits Comments to the State’s Early Intervention Coordinating Council
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  • Testimony & Public Comment
    • AFC Submits Comments to the State’s Early Intervention Coordinating Council

    Today, AFC is submitting written comments for the State Early Intervention Coordinating Council meeting, calling on Governor Hochul to move forward immediately with the 5% payment increase for in-person Early Intervention services promised last January to help address the shortage of service providers.

    Dec 11, 2024

    AFC Testifies on Dyslexia & Dysgraphia
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  • Testimony & Public Comment
    • 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

    More than 115 Organizations Call for Changes to New York State’s School Funding Formula
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    • More than 115 Organizations Call for Changes to New York State’s School Funding Formula

    Today, 116 organizations are calling on Governor Hochul and the New York State Legislature to revamp New York’s outdated school funding formula to ensure schools have the resources necessary to provide a high-quality education to all students, with particular attention to those who have the greatest needs.

    Sep 16, 2024

    AFC Testifies on Intro. 266, Intro. 399, Intro. 733, and Intro. 771
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  • Testimony & Public Comment
    • AFC Testifies on Intro. 266, Intro. 399, Intro. 733, and Intro. 771

    Today, AFC is testifying before the New York City Council Committee on Education regarding Intro. 266, establishing a bullying prevention task force; Intro. 399, requiring reporting on compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act; Intro. 733, requiring reporting on Career and Technical Education; and Intro. 771, requiring distribution of information on interpretation services.

    Jun 18, 2024

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