Assisting Individuals with disabilities to achieve and maintain employment and to support independent living. 

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Transportation authorization is not automatic or continuous from one school year to the next.  Requests must be filed each year for each child requiring such transportation.  A parent who plans to apply, or who has applied to private or parochial schools and is awaiting acceptance, should complete an application for each school the child might attend.  The application(s) must be submitted no later than April 1st.  In this way, the district may include the cost of transporting the child in the operating budget.

The policy of the Board of Education is to provide transportation to private and parochial schools no more than fifteen (15) miles from child's home

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Toll-Free Hotline Telephone Number & Website
Please note that the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) operates a toll-free hotline telephone number to receive reports of child abuse and neglect at 1-800-342-3720.  The hotline receives calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

More information on child abuse or neglect reporting is available on the OCFS website at  http://ocfs.ny.gov/main/cps/

AVISO

Numero de telefono gratuito para reportar abuso o negligencia infantil y sitio web La Oficina de Servicios para Niños y Familias del Estado de Nueva York (OCFS) opera un número de teléfono sin cargo.  Si quiere reportar abuso o negligencia infantil, Llame al 1-800-342-3720.  Esta linea directa recibe Llamadas 24 horas al dia, 7 dias a la semana.

Más información sobre cómo reportar abuso o negligencia infantil está disponible en el sitio web de OCFS en   http://ocfs.ny.gov/main/cps/

The Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District recognizes its responsibility to provide a free and appropriate public education to eligible students with disabilities within its geographical boundaries.  The District has a "child find" process that is designed to locate, identify and evaluate children with disabilities residing within its geographical boundaries preschool through grade 12 or through age 21 if they have not received a high school diploma.

If you know a child who lives within the boundaries of the Plainview Old-Bethpage Central School District and attends school in the District who may be in the need of special education and/or related services, please contact the District's Office of Pupil Personnel Services for further information regarding the referral and evaluation process.  If the student is a school age student who attends a non-public private school that is not located within the geographical boundaries of the School District, the student may need to be referred to the school district in which the non-public school is located in order to receive services during the regular school year.  Please contact that school district for information regarding time deadlines for requests for services.

The District's Child Find process extends to students with physical or mental impairments that substantially limit a major life activity.  Such students may be eligible for services or accommodations pursuant to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Section 504 is a Federal civil rights statute that prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities and programs receiving Federal financial assistance.  Please contact your child's building assistant principal for more information regarding Section 504 eligibility and services. 

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Parents or legal guardians must request special education services in writing to the school district of location by June 1 preceding the school year for which the request for services is made, except that when a student is first identified as a student with a disability after the first day of June preceding the school year for which the request is made and prior to the first day of April of such current school year, the parent must submit the written request for services within 30 days after the student was first identified.

Due to the ease of scheduling for many families, we will continue to schedule CSE meetings virtually.  If you prefer an in-person meeting, please contact our office or your building. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Deadline for requesting Special Education Services if NOT attending Plainview-Old Bethpage CSD.

Parents or legal guardian must request special education services in writing to the school district of location by June 1, at the district of location where the private school is located, (i.e.; NOT Plainview-Old Bethpage CSD) preceding the school year for which the request for services is made, except that when a student is first identified as a student with a disability after the first day of June preceding the school year for which the request is made and prior to the first day of April of such current school year, the parent must submit the written request for services within 30 days after the student was first identified. 

Understanding 504 Plans vs. IEPs (Individualized Education Programs)

It's important to understand the difference between a 504 Plan and an IEP (Individualized Education Program), as they are both designed to support students with disabilities but serve different purposes and have distinct processes.

504 Plan:

A 504 Plan is part of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and is designed to provide accommodations to students with disabilities to ensure they have equal access to education. This plan is intended for students who may not necessarily need specialized instruction but do require accommodations to access the general education curriculum. These accommodations could include extended time on tests, preferential seating, or modifications to assignments.

Presentation:

To help you better understand these two important plans, we’ve created a detailed presentation that outlines the key components, eligibility criteria, and the process for each. This presentation will provide clarity on how each plan supports students and the steps involved in the development of a 504 Plan or an IEP.

Please take a look at the attached presentation to explore these topics in more detail. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to contact our Special Education team.

Thank you for your interest in understanding the differences between a 504 Plan and an IEP, and how they can support your child's success in school.

Access POB Presentation on 504 vs IEP

ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis): A therapeutic approach that uses systematic interventions and behavior modification techniques to address and improve socially significant behaviors, commonly used for individuals with autism and other developmental disorders.

ABC (Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence): A framework used in behavioral analysis to understand and analyze behavior. It involves examining what happens before (antecedent), the behavior itself, and what happens after (consequence) to determine the factors contributing to a behavior.

ACCES-VR (Adult Career and Continuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation): A NYSED program that provides vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities to help them achieve employment and independence.

ACCOMMODATIONS: Permits a student to complete the same assignment or test as others students, but with a change in the timing, setting or scheduling. The building principal may request accommodations be made for specific students, under specific conditions.

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act): Federal legislation that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in various areas, including employment, public accommodations, and education. ADHD (Attention Deficit with Hyperactivity Disorder): A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulties with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

AOL (Activities of Daily Living): Basic self-care activities necessary for daily life, such as eating, bathing, dressing, and mobility.

AIS (Academic Intervention Services): Supplemental services provided to students in New York State who need additional academic support to meet learning standards.

APE (Adaptive Physical Education): Specialized physical education programs and accommodations tailored to the needs of students with disabilities.

APHASIA: the inability to acquire meaningful language by the age of three usually resulting from damage or disease to the brain.

ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder): A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by challenges in social communication, repetitive behaviors, and restricted interests.

ASL (American Sign Language): A visual-gestural language used by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing for communication.

AT (Assistive Technology): Devices, tools, or software designed to help individuals with disabilities access information, communicate, and participate in educational or daily activities.

BIP (Behavior Intervention Plan): A written plan that outlines strategies and interventions to address and modify challenging behaviors in students with disabilities.

BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services): Regional educational service agencies in New York State that provide a variety of programs and services to school districts, including special education services.

BOE (Board of Education): The governing body responsible for overseeing a school district's educational policies and operations.

CBA (Curriculum Based Assessment): An assessment method that measures student progress based on the curriculum being taught.

CBM (Curriculum Based Measure): A form of assessment that measures student performance on specific curriculum-based tasks.

CCSS (Common Core State Standards): Academic standards in English language arts and mathematics that outline what students should know and be able to do at each grade level.

CD (Conduct Disorder): A mental health diagnosis characterized by a pattern of disruptive and antisocial behaviors.

CDOS (Career Development and Occupational Studies): A set of New York State learning standards focused on career readiness and employability skills.

CFS (Children and Family Services): A New York State agency responsible for child welfare and family support services.

CPSE (Committee on Preschool Special Education): A team responsible for evaluating and determining eligibility for special education services for preschool-aged children in New York State.

CSE (Committee on Special Education): A team responsible for evaluating and determining eligibility for special education services for students with disabilities in New York State.

CT (Consultant Teacher): A special education teacher who provides support and services to students with disabilities in general education settings.

DB (Deaf-Blindness): A disability category for individuals who have both visual and hearing impairments. DD (Developmental Disabilities): A category of disability that includes conditions that result in significant limitations in cognitive and adaptive functioning.

DECLASSIFICATION: the process in which a disabled child is no longer in need of special education services.

DOE (Department of Education): The government agency responsible for overseeing education policies and programs.

DOWN SYNDROME: a medical abnormality caused by a chromosomal anomaly which often results in moderate to severe intellectual disability. Child will exhibit certain physical characteristics, such as large tongue, heart problems, poor muscle tone, and broad flat bridge of the nose.

DUE PROCESS : Under the 14th Amendment, a person must be treated essentially the same as another person under similar circumstances. The application of the law ensures that an individual's rights are protected.

DSM-V (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Fifth Edition): A widely used manual for classifying and diagnosing mental disorders.

DYSLEXIA : A specific significant learning disability in which the child's ability to read is greatly impaired.

DYSGRAPHIA: A specific significant learning disability in which the child has an inability or loss of ability to write.

EBD (Emotional and Behavioral Disorders): A category of special education that includes students with emotional or behavioral challenges that significantly impact their learning and social interactions.

EBP (Evidence-Based Practices): Educational and therapeutic strategies that have been demonstrated through research to be effective.

ECDC (Early Childhood Direction Centers): Regional centers in New York State that provide information and support to families of young children with disabilities.

ED (Emotional Disability): A category of special education that includes students with emotional or behavioral disorder that affect their educational performance.

El (Early Intervention): Services and support provided to infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families.

ESEA (Elementary and Secondary Education Act): Federal legislation that provides funding for K-12 education programs.

ESY (Extended School Year): Special education services provided during school breaks or over the summer to prevent significant regression of skills for students with disabilities.

FAPE (Free and Appropriate Public Education): The legal requirement that eligible students with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education tailored to their unique needs.

FBA (Functional Behavioral Assessment): A process used to analyze the underlying causes and functions of challenging behaviors in students.

FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act): Federal legislation that protects the privacy of student education records.

Please click the below link to view the presentation from the 2025 CPSE to CSE parent transition meeting. 

CPSE to CSE Presentation

2024 Meeting Presentation