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What Families Should Know About School Busing

Learn strategies to address challenges that arise around school busing.

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Application for OPWDD Services

People who have developmental disabilities can apply for OPWDD supports and services.

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Autism Socialization

Children with autism may struggle with creating and observing boundaries.

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The 5Rs of Consequences

When you encounter challenging behavior, it is easier to show that consequences are fair and logical with the 5Rs.

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Evaluations from Birth to 21

Evaluations are conducted to determine eligibility for special education programs and services.

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Family Support, Special Education

Selecting an ABA Provider

Learn how to select a licensed Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provider in New York City.

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Advocacy, Family Support, Special Education

Federal Special Education Law

Students with disabilities have a right to a free appropriate education in the most inclusive setting possible.

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Family Support

Food Assistance

Find some citywide and borough-based food pantries for you and your family. Hours may vary during the pandemic.

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Early Childhood, Family Support

COVID Temperature Checks

Tips to help students prepare for temperatures checks at school or at the doctor’s office.

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Family Support, Parenting

Help Your Child Wear a Mask

Use these five tips to help your child wear a mask and stay safe.

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Early Childhood, Family Support, Parenting

Redirection

Redirection is a way to redirect your child’s behavior from “inappropriate to appropriate.”

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Early Childhood, Family Support, Parenting

Tips for Managing Challenging Behaviors

When you encounter challenging behavior, here are dos and don’ts on how to redirect your child.

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Family Support, Special Education

New York Public Library’s BrainFuse HelpNow

Offered through the New York Public Library, Brainfuse HelpNow is a free online tutoring service for students of all ages in various subjects.

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Early Childhood, Family Support, Parenting

Creating Schedules for Your Child

Learn how schedules can create consistency and structure for your child.

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