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Resource: Bilingual Request Letter Advocate- Spanish

A request letter for advocates whose primary language is not English, to use to ensure they receive translation and interpretation services they need to meaningfully participate in their children’s...
Resource: Language Rights - Spanish

This fact sheet provides parents or guardians whose primary language is not english, information about the rights of a child who is receiving or may need special education services amd provides...
Resource: Guía a la Educación Especial

Detailed guide on the special education system in NYC and the rights of parents and students. Explains the process of referral, evaluation, IEP development, and placement, including information on...
Resource: Proceso de Educación Especial

Timeline of the referral, evaluation, and recommendation process. Includes information on the rights of parents throughout the process. (In Spanish)
Resource: Folleto Informativo sobre la Sección 504

Summary of how to determine if your child is eligible for services under Section 504, and how to obtain them. (In Spanish)
Resource: Colocación en Jardín de Infantes Para Alumnos Con IEPs (Programa Individualizado de Educación)

This fact sheet describes the "Turning 5" placement process.
Resource: INICIO ESCOLAR (Otoño 2012): Preguntas y Respuestas para Familias de Alumnos con Discapacidades de la Ciudad de Nueva York

This fact sheet for families of students with disabilities covers issues that typically come up at the start of the school year, such as what to do if a child does not yet have a school assignment...
Resource: Guía para Tecnología Asistencial

This guide describes what assistive technology is and how to obtain it for your child.
Resource: Cumpliendo 5: Una Guía para la Transición de la Educación Especial del Preescolar al Jardín de Infantes

Overview of the kindergarten placement process for students who need school-aged special education services. More detailed information on...
Resource: GUÍA DE LA AFC Educación y Trastornos del Espectro Autista

Covers the diagnosis of autism; Early Intervention services, preschool special education, and school-age special education for children with autism; instructional practices and additional support...

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