NYSED reorganization July 2010

A major reorganization at the New York State Education Department (NYSED), announced last week, will merge Special Education with General Education from preschool through high school beginning July 1, 2010. 

This is a very significant shift in policy and structure, one that will certainly have profound consequences for all students -- especially those with disabilities.

The Board of Regents is working toward the goals of “increasing access, opportunity and achievement for ALL students and closing achievement gaps,” and ensuring access and opportunity for student graduation and post-secondary success for both children and adults.

Click here to download a copy of NYSED's "Update on Implementation of the Regents Plan for Restructuring the State Education Department to Support Success".