Publications

DRNY 2023 Annual Report

In our Annual Report we highlight some of our great achievements over the past year.  

Special Education In Plain Language Guide 

This publication provides information to parents, advocates, and school districts about the laws and regulations that define special education programs and services. Our hope is that through this publication parents, families and school districts will collaborate together in order to help students with disabilities meet their full potential. This document was created through the Special Education Task Force and is a reflection of the collaboration that is possible when schools and advocates, administrators and families work together to meet our obligation to students with disabilities.
For more information about the Special Education Task Force go to www.nyspecialedtaskforce.org

English Version: Special Education in Plain Language

Spanish Version: Educacion Especial En Lenguaje Sencillo

Bullying & Students with Disabilities Guide 

This publication provides information to parents, advocates, and school districts about the laws, regulations, and policies of bullying and harassment in schools. Our hope is that through the use of this publication, parents, families, and school districts will collaborate in order to help students impacted by bullying and harassment.

Bullying & Students with Disabilities

Know Your Rights

A guide for self-advocates to help you understand some of your rights and to give important tips to keep you safe from harm.

Know Your Rights: A Guide for Self-Advocates