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Division of Students with Disabilities and English Language Learners
The Division of Students with Disabilities and
English Language Learners
, in partnership with
District 75
, supports the achievement of students who have disabilities in the New York City public schools.
Answers for Students and Families
Links and information about enrollment, transportation, graduation and other topics of special interest to families of students with disabilities.
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Download frequently requested documents, including versions for non-English speakers.
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About the Division
An overview of the Division, including program and procedural information and a link to information on special education reform.
The
Committees on Special Education
oversee evaluations for students who are not currently enrolled in the public school system.
Watch video from recent parent conferences
Link to our news page.
Contacts
Laura Rodriguez
,
Deputy Chancellor
LRodrig2@schools.nyc.gov
Gary Hecht
,
Superintendent, D75 Citywide Programs
GHecht@schools.nyc.gov
Angelica Infante
,
Executive Director, Office of ELLs
AInfant@schools.nyc.gov
Lauren Katzman
,
Executive Director, Special Education
Lkatzman2@schools.nyc.gov
Jan McDonald
,
Executive Director, Committees on Special Education
JMcDonald4@schools.nyc.gov
Jennifer Acosta
,
Special Assistant to Deputy Chancellor
JAcosta6@schools.nyc.gov
52 Chambers Street, Room 220
New York, NY 10007
Tel: 212-374-6085
News
Chancellor Wolcott's Memo re Special Education Reform, November 2011
Understanding Special Education Reform and IEP Development
Make a Difference. Become a Parent IEP Team Member.
Celebrate Inclusion 2011 Catalog
Special Education Reform in March 2011 CSA News
Video: Deputy Chancellor Laura Rodriguez speaks about reforms in special education at a Queens parent conference. (3:31)
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Key Documents
August 2011 Letter from Laura Rodriguez re: Core Curriculm
January 2011 Chancellor's Memo Updating the Reform Plan
Billy's Law Report, February 2012
Schools Selected to Begin Implementing Special Education Reforms in the 2010-2011 School Year
Letter from Laura Rodriguez to Phase 1 Principals, July 6, 2010
April 13, 2010 Letter from Laura Rodriguez re: Special Education Reform
Chancellor's Memo Announcing Special Education Reform, February 2, 2010
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