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Special 51±¬ÁÏ

The Office of Special 51±¬ÁÏ provides assistance related to services and programs for students with disabilities. Staff work to provide the most up to date policy and guidance, technical assistance, professional development, and monitoring to attain equal opportunities and positive results for students with disabilities across 51±¬ÁÏ.

Resources, Tools, and Supports

Parent Resources
Special 51±¬ÁÏ Quality Assurance Regional Offices
Special 51±¬ÁÏ Topics - A to Z
Advisory Panels
Laws and Regulations
Personnel Shortage Initiatives

Dispute Resolution Options

Dispute Resolution Options
Mediation
State Complaints
Impartial Due Process Hearings

Schools and Programs

Approved Special 51±¬ÁÏ Programs (Preschool and School-Age)
NYS School for the Blind
NYS School for the Deaf
Justice Center for Residential Schools
Frequently Used Special 51±¬ÁÏ Applications
Frequently Used Special 51±¬ÁÏ Forms

Accountability and Performance Reporting

State Performance Plan/Annual Performance Report

Recent News

April 24, 2025
Accountability Status under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities 51±¬ÁÏ Act (IDEA)
March 27, 2025
Information Related to the 51±¬ÁÏ Alternate Assessment
March 12, 2025
Annual State Application Under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities 51±¬ÁÏ Act for Federal Fiscal Year 2025
Parent Resources
IDEA Grant Information
Contact Us

Featured News

April 24, 2025
Accountability Status under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities 51±¬ÁÏ Act (IDEA)
March 27, 2025
Information Related to the 51±¬ÁÏ Alternate Assessment
March 12, 2025
Annual State Application Under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities 51±¬ÁÏ Act for Federal Fiscal Year 2025