Academic Support at PS 39
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If you have concerns about your child's academic progress, please contact your child's classroom teacher. Below is information designed to help our families understand the continuum of academic support at PS 39 for students.
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Academic Intervention Services
Our school recognizes that not every student that struggles to meet grade level standards qualifies for special education services through the Department of Education. Our Academic Intervention Support (AIS) instruction program is geared to provide our non-IEP students who are not yet meeting grade level standards in reading and/or math with some additional, targeted support to improve their academic progress.
To learn more about Academice Intervention Support services, please view our FAQ about AIS information.
To learn more about Academice Intervention Support services, please view our FAQ about AIS information.
Additional Intervention Steps
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Child Study Team
The Child Study Team staff members meet to discuss students that are having academic and/or behavioral difficulties in order to develop intervention and support plans. The Child Study Team also meets to discuss students that are struggling based on student performance data to develop a Response to Intervention plan before referring a student for an evaluation. Teachers may refer a student to the Child Study Team for the following reasons: · A teacher would like assistance to develop a specific in class support plan for a student that is struggling academically · A teacher needs assistance supporting a student with behavioral or emotional needs · A teacher thinks that a student may require an evaluation to determine eligibility for special education services · A parent has requested that a child be evaluated for special education · A teacher or related service provider believes a reevaluation or change of placement may be necessary. · A teacher would like assistance to develop a specific plan for an IEP student that is struggling academically or behaviorally |
Response to Intervention (RtI)
RTI is multi-tiered instructional model used to identify and provide early intervention to students who are struggling. Research suggests that RTI is especially effective in supporting students in overcoming smaller learning difficulties before they become larger barriers to learning. Tier 1- Common Core State Standard-Based Classroom Instruction: includes high-quality, rigorous instruction that occurs in the general education classroom and is delivered by general education teacher. Commonly referred to as “core instruction,” it is designed to meet the needs of most students. At this level, the classroom teacher makes use of research-based instruction or strategies and customizes instruction to meet the needs of all students and ensure positive outcomes. Tier 2- Needs-Based, Small Group Interventions: refers to small-group instruction in the classroom designed for specifically those students who are not making adequate progress in Tier 1, typically in a 1:3 or 1:5 group. These scaffolds are provided as a support to the core instruction all students receive in Tier 1. Supportive techniques are designed to match the needs of students identified as at-risk through screening and progress monitoring assessments. Tier 3- Intensive, Pullout Interventions: provides individualized and customized intervention to students, which is delivered with greater frequency and duration. Students in Tier 3 continue to receive the same core instruction as in Tier 1, either in the classroom or an alternate location. |
Referral & Evaluation Process for Special Education
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Your child may be eligible for special education services if they show delays in:
Students must be eligible for one of the 13 disability classifications as defined by the New York State Education Department’s Regulations of the Commissioner of Education: Part 200. Learn more about these classifications at .schools.nyc.gov/special-education/the-iep-process/the-iep |
Learn more about the referral and evaluation process:
NYC Department of Education Special Education Referral Information Initial Referrral, Evaluation and Recommendation Process (Advocates for Children) Different Ways to Receive Services: IEP (Individualized Education Plan) vs. 504 Plan for Accommodation |
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SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES
If your child qualifies for Special Education Services, our school will provide support as outlined and mandated through their IEP (Individualized Education Program). PS 39 has an Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) class on every grade to support our students receiving special education services. All students with IEPs will receive the support that is mandated on their IEP. Learn more about the continuum of services and support models in NYC public schools at schools.nyc.gov/special-education/preschool-to-age-21/special-education-in-nyc In addition to academic support provided by our special education teachers, PS 39 also has a team of Support Service Providers to help students that includes speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy and counseling. Please reach out to Kathryn Fitzgerald for more information. |
TURNING 5 PROCESS:
Transitioning from Pre-K to Kindergarten Services If your child is receiving or being evaluated to receive special education services in Pre-K, the NYC Department of Education will work with you to consider whether your child needs special education in Kindergarten, and if so, develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP). This is called the "Turning 5" process, and your participation is important. Below are several helpful resources for families to use to help understand and navigate this process: NYC Department of Education Moving to Kindergarten Page Kindergarten Orientation Guide for families of students with disabilities IncludeNYC's Turning 5 Timeline Tip Sheet Advocates for Children's Turning 5 Guide to Transition from Pre-K Special Education to Kindergarten |