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Understanding Your Child’s IEP Guide

Published
January 26, 2022
Topics
K-12

Resources for Families

Special Education

Key Special Education Documents

Get a better understanding of the key documents you’ll need at an IEP meeting and throughout the special education process.

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K-12, Special Education

Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meetings

Learn more about the IEP team and types of IEP meetings.

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Advocacy, Special Education

IEP Teams

Learn more about what an IEP meeting looks like, who should attend, and how to effectively advocate for your child.

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K-12, Special Education

Applying to Middle Schools and High School with an IEP

Learn about middle and high school admissions formulas requiring schools to hold seats for students with disabilities (SWD) as well as eligibility.

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Advocacy, Special Education

Mediation and Impartial Hearings

Explore options to resolve special education problems at school.

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Additional Information

Upcoming Events

Friday April 19, 2024 | 9:00 am

Positive Solutions for Families

This is a 6-week evidence based parent training and support group for parents of children two to five years old. Our group will meet twice a month for three…

Language: English
Format:

Friday April 19, 2024 | 10:30 am

Understanding Your Child’s IEP

Become your child’s best advocate and get them the support and services they need in any situation, including in school, in the community, and with healthcare.

Language: English
Format: In-Person

Wednesday April 24, 2024 | 5:00 pm

Coffee Chat

Join our group for parents of children with disabilities! Learn more about your rights, and how you can develop your skills to become an advocate in your…

Language: Spanish
Format: Virtual

Wednesday May 1, 2024 | 5:30 pm

New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA): Essential Information for Families of Students with Disabilities

Assessments are the tests that schools use to measure a student’s progress. In this workshop, we will: NYC families & professionals are welcome.

Language: English
Format: Virtual

Saturday May 4, 2024 | 10:00 am

Special Education 101: Training of the Parent Member

Become a certified Parent Member! The Parent Member role is to support a parent of a child with a disability at an IEP meeting. In this training approved by the…

Language: English
Format: In-Person

Monday May 6, 2024 | 4:00 pm

What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP) For Families of School-Age Students?

Learn about the fundamentals of the IEP process, including evaluations and eligibility, the roles and responsibilities of school staff and families…

Language: English
Format: Virtual

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