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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

Wednesday July 8, 2026 | 9:00 am

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

Friday July 10, 2026 | 10:30 am

Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Families: Supporting Vocabulary Development at Home

Children learn and develop vocabulary best when the discovery of new words and their meaning is introduced both at home and in school. Through this training…

Language: English
Format: Virtual

Tuesday July 14, 2026 | 9:00 am

Diploma and Credential Options

This training will review New York State’s diploma and credential options for your child.

Language: English
Format: Virtual

Wednesday July 15, 2026 | 12:00 pm

What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP) For Families of Preschool Students?

In this workshop, you will learn: • About the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) process for developing a preschool IEP and your role within the…

Language: English
Format: Virtual

Thursday July 16, 2026 | 11:00 am

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

Monday July 20, 2026 | 11:00 am

EI TO CPSE: Transition from Early Intervention to Preschool Special Education Services

In this workshop, you’ll learn: NYC families & professionals are welcome. Presented by the Bronx Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Center…

Language: Spanish
Format: Virtual

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Developing an IEP for an ELL

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Enjoying Books with Reluctant Readers

Some children are reluctant to read for many different reasons. Here are some tips that can encourage your child to invest in reading and begin to enjoy it.

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Busing and Specialized Transportation Guide

Resource guide for families attending our workshop “Busing and Specialized Transportation.”

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