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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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Adult Life, Advocacy, Transition Planning

Disability Laws: High School vs. Post-Secondary School

Learn about the differences between the laws that protect young people with disabilities as they transition from high school to adulthood.

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Special Education, Transition Planning

NYC High School Credentials

This credential (formerly IEP Diploma) recognizes students’ skills and prepares them for work opportunities.

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K-12, Special Education, Transition Planning

NYC High School Diploma Options

Explore what is required to earn Regents, local, and High School Equivalency diplomas.

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College, Special Education, Transition Planning

Transition Timeline

Here is a checklist to prepare young people to transition from age 12 to postsecondary life.

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Adult Life, Special Education, Transition Planning

General Educational Development Test: Return of the GED

Formerly the TASC Exam, and now back to the GED, young adults may take the General Educational Development Test (GED) to earn a high school equivalency diploma.

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Advocacy, Special Education, Transition Planning

Obtaining Accommodations on GED Test

People with disabilities taking the GED (General Educational Development) test to earn a high school equivalency diploma may apply for alternate test formats and special testing accommodations.

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Special Education, Transition Planning

Encouraging Student Participation in IEP Meetings

Learn strategies on how students can more fully participate in their IEP meetings and advocate for themselves.

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Adult Life, College, Transition Planning

Choosing a Post-Secondary School

Young people with disabilities can explore post-secondary options, as well as services and accommodations available to them.

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