“Tuition reimbursement NYC” refers to a legal remedy under IDEA that repays parents for private-school tuition when the public school fails to provide FAPE. This blog will walk you through when reimbursement applies, how it compares to public-school services, notice and filing rules, and what evidence persuades hearing officers. What FAPE Requires—and Why That Matters for Reimbursement Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), New York public...
A pendency order (the “stay-put” rule) keeps your child in the last agreed-upon placement—with the same services—while a special education dispute is pending in NYC. This blog will walk you through what pendency is, when it starts, how to invoke it, funding and duration rules, limits under recent case law, and practical steps to protect your child. What Is Pendency (Stay-Put) and Why It Exists Pendency—often called...
An IEP implementation failure in NYC occurs when the Department of Education does not deliver the services, accommodations, or placement promised in your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). Parents have legal rights to enforce compliance under IDEA. This blog will walk you through what constitutes an IEP failure, why it matters, the steps parents should take, and how an experienced attorney can protect your child’s right to a...
What Parents Need to Know When a child with autism receives an Individualized Education Program (IEP) in New York City, parents often face unique challenges in ensuring their child’s needs are properly addressed. Autism presents a wide range of learning and developmental differences, and when an IEP fails to capture these, students may be left without the support they need to thrive. At our NYC law firm, we...
What Are Push-In Services? Push-in Special Education Teacher Support Services (SETSS) occur when a licensed special education teacher provides instruction within the general education classroom. Instead of being pulled out, the student remains with peers while receiving individualized support. When Do Push-In Services Work Best? Push-in services are especially effective when: A student can follow the general curriculum with targeted assistance. Collaboration between the classroom teacher and SETSS...
What Families Need to Know Navigating the New York City special education system can be overwhelming for parents and guardians who want to ensure their child receives the right educational support. One key service available is Special Education Teacher Support Services (SETSS). Understanding how SETSS works, who qualifies, and how to access these services is essential for advocating effectively for your child. What Are Special Education Teacher Support...
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) is the cornerstone of your child’s rights under the IDEA. In New York City, enforcing FAPE often requires navigating IEP disputes, pendency orders, or even due process hearings with the NYC DOE. If you’re searching for an education lawyer nyc, this guide explains everything you need to know. This blog will walk you through what FAPE really means, how it applies in NYC...
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