Spotlight on Mediation Agreements! Do you have questions about Mediation Agreements, but have never asked them? INCLUDEnyc and Ally Chemtob, Esq., Mediation Coordinator, Westchester Rockland Bronx Mediation Center of CLUSTER Community…

Don't miss out on INCLUDElive's Spotlight on Mediation! We'll answer all your questions about Mediation Agreements. Register now: includenyc.org/events/spot-...

Understanding Diploma Options and Pathways Learn about requirements for obtaining a local, Regents, and advanced Regents diploma, as well as alternate pathways such as a high school equivalency degree and CDOS credential.

TOMORROW: There's still time to register for Understanding Diploma Options and Pathways!

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Tomorrow, don't miss INCLUDEnyc's virtual Parent Support group. You can still register here:
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College is Possible Thursday, October 23, 2025 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Virtual College information for high school students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) who will leave high school with a diploma.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Learn about diploma or non-diploma post-graduation options at INCLUDEnyc's College is Possible!

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INCLUDEnyc thanks everyone for making our second annual Run, Walk, or Roll for Love, Equity, and Access a success! We raised $37,000 to date to support young people with any disability throughout New York City. Visit our website to explore giving options.
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INCLUDEnyc’s 5K: Run, Walk, or Roll for Love, Equity, and Access Join us for the INCLUDEnyc 5k, our annual event that brings together runners and community supporters to champion inclusion for New York’s young people with disabilities.

Time is ticking, but you still have time to register for INCLUDEnyc's second annual 5K this Sunday in Queens!

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Drawing of a hand signing "I love you" for International Day of Sign Language.

Love, Equity, and Access Today we celebrate International Day of Sign Language.

Hoy celebramos el Día Internacional del Lenguaje de Señas.

Specialized Transportation for Students with IEPs Where is the bus? Learn how parents can access the most up-to-date information about their child’s busing services, and how to deal with any concerns that might arise. We’ll discuss the changes that…

Don't miss INCLUDEnyc's in-person workshop, Specialized Transportation for Students with IEPs. in Brooklyn on September 25! Be sure to register!
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All About Supplemental Evaluations Evaluations are necessary for IEP development, and are completed by New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) as part of a child’s initial and continued eligibility determination for special education…

With the school year back in swing, INCLUDEnyc offers this resource that explains All About Supplemental Evaluations.

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A Brief But Spectacular take on embracing disability pride Tiffany Yu is the founder of Diversability and author of "The Anti-Ableist Manifesto." After a childhood accident left her with a permanent disability, Yu dedicated her life to creating communities wh...

A brief but spectacular take on disability pride

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Turning 18 and SSI: The facts you need to know Do you have questions about how SSI works for a young person with disabilities when they turn 18? Can they continue to receive SSI if they go to college? Find a job? Enroll in vocational training?

Have you signed up for our free live, Turning 18 and SSI: The facts you need to know, on September 29?

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I'm Possible — by Omnium Circus "Genuinely EXTRAORDINARY! ... A circus for all and by all!" --The New York Times   "The most inclusive show on Earth, Omnium is a beautiful celebration of unity! A place where everyone can feel like t...

Omnion Circus, which provides family circus entertainment that's comprehensively inclusive and accessible at every performance, presents I'm Possible! at the Queens Theater. INCLUDEnyc families can use the promo code CIRCUSFAM4 for 10% off!

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Special Education in NYC: Progress, Future Initiatives, and Parent Perspectives As the school year begins, INCLUDEnyc’s Executive Director, Cheryelle Cruickshank, will host a virtual Town Hall, Special Education in NYC: Progress, Future Initiatives, and Parent Perspectives…

TOMORROW, make sure you join us for our virtual Town Hall on Special Education with New York City Public Schools NYCPS Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos and INCLUDEnyc's Executive Director Cheryelle Cruickshank.
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Help Line Call, text, or fill out this form to schedule a one-on-one appointment with an INCLUDEnyc educator.

As NYC heads back to school tomorrow, INCLUDEnyc is here to answer all of your questions! Call our Help Line today!
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Special Education in NYC: Progress, Future Initiatives, and Parent Perspectives As the school year begins, INCLUDEnyc’s Executive Director, Cheryelle Cruickshank, will host a virtual Town Hall, Special Education in NYC: Progress, Future Initiatives, and Parent Perspectives…

Join us on Sept. 10 at 6 PM, when INCLUDEnyc's Executive Director, Cheryelle Cruickshank, will host a virtual Town Hall with New York City Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos on Special Education in NYC: Progress, Future Initiatives, and Parent Perspectives.
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Turning 18 and SSI: The facts you need to know Do you have questions about how SSI works for a young person with disabilities when they turn 18? Can they continue to receive SSI if they go to college? Find a job? Enroll in vocational training?

Do you have questions about how SSI works for a young person with disabilities when they turn 18? Sign up now for INCLUDEnyc’s Live, Turning 18 and SSI: The facts you need to know, on Sept. 29.

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What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP) For Families of School-Age Students? Learn about the fundamentals of the IEP process, including evaluations and eligibility, the roles and responsibilities of school staff and families, the various components of the IEP…

Don't miss our webinar, What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP) For Families of School-Age Students? on Aug. 28! Still time to register.

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Events Love, equity, and access for young people with disabilities.

See what's in store for next week at INCLUDEnyc. We've got several workshops, just in time for Back to School.
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What Does Advocacy Mean to You? Podcast Series INCLUDEnyc will air three brand-new episodes of Disability INC. with a series titled “Advocacy: What Does It Mean to You?” that will air on April 9, 23, and 30. These conversations…

#ThrowbackThursday If you missed our podcast series, What Does Advocacy Mean to You, catch up now with all three episodes.
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Big Kick Find upcoming events and classes at Asphalt Green.

Summer may be winding down, but the fun is just getting started. Big Kick is back at Asphalt Green! Whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or a curious newcomer, there's something for everyone.

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Get your tickets for “Another part of me”: An exhibition of AHRC NYC’s Fisher Center artists on September 19.

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Keep the 2025-26 School Calendar handy!

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INCLUDEnyc’s 5K: Run, Walk, or Roll for Love, Equity, and Access Join us for the INCLUDEnyc 5k, our annual event that brings together runners and community supporters to champion inclusion for New York’s young people with disabilities.

INCLUDEnyc's 5K is on September 28 in Queens! Whether you run, walk, or roll, your participation will help INCLUDEnyc support young people with disabilities. Register today to get moving and make a lasting impact: includenyc.org/events/inclu...

Before we head back to school, now is a good time to review the NYCPS's new policy on cell phones and electronics.

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NYCPS Sign Language Interpreting Services

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#EarlyBirdSpecial Register for the INCLUDEnyc 5K before August 16 for just $33.80! By signing up, you’re helping INCLUDEnyc to create a more inclusive and accessible world for all young people with ANY disability. Register today! pulse.ly/4g0r4Pulse

28 Places to Go in NY for People With Limited Mobility New York State is home to all kinds of amazing adventures and incredible attractions, many of which offer accessibility features for travelers who have limited mobility or difficulty walking. Many mus...

Places to go in NY for people with limited mobility.

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Bill would train police for calls involving autism, other disabilities State Sen. Dean Murray described the bill as a "win-win" in protecting everyone involved.

New York bill would train police for calls involving disabilities.
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Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Families: Supporting Vocabulary Development at Home Children learn and develop vocabulary best when the discovery of new words and their meaning is introduced both at home and in school. Through this training, families and education professionals will…

There's still time to register for Wednesday's workshop Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Families: Supporting Vocabulary Development at Home

Virtual Session:
Wednesday August 6, 2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Student Involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Families Learn tools and resources to encourage greater student involvement in the IEP development process and meetings. NYC families & professionals are welcome. Presented by the Bronx School-Age Family and…

There's still time to register for Student Involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Families on August 5. Learn tools and resources to encourage greater student involvement in the IEP development process and meetings.

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