General Guidance Documents:
News, Announcements and Timely Information (This is a link to NYSED Special Education News, the most recent information is on the top of the page.) Please check back often for the latest news.
Memo: Provision of Services to Students with Disabilities During Statewide School Closures Due to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak in New York State (THIS MEMO INCLUDES LINKS TO USEFUL RESOURCES FOR SUPPORTING STUDENT IEPs)
Student Support Services : P-12 : NYSED The Student Support Services office promotes school improvement by focusing on social and emotional development and learning through programs, services and activities. Information is organized by date released, with the most current at the top of each section.
NYSED COVID-19 Webpage: continually updated as new information is released. The most current documents are at the top of each list under each topic section.
US Department of Education:
Following are links to guidance from the NYSED Office of Special Education Website to assist with IEP Development:
Next Generation Standards Supporting All Students Conferences Professional Development Toolkits
Understanding Specially Designed Instruction for Students with Disabilities
Standards, not Standardization: The Early Learning Standards and Diverse Populations Presentation
General Directions to Use the State’s Model Individualized Education Program (IEP) Form