Read the latest special education guidance, policies and protocols for the 2026-27 school year. 

Principals Digest & Hub Items

Excerpts from DOE Principals Digest and Principals Hub communications pertaining to Special Education topics are posted below, which can also be accessed on the DOE InfoHub - login is required. 

September 2026

• Sept. 1 - Orientation Procedures for Related Service Providers
• Sept. 1 - SESIS Start of Year Special Education Checklist for Principals, Webinars and Resources
• Sept. 1 - Utilize Checklist for Organizing Resources to Support Full Provision of Special Education Programs 
• Sept. 1 - Mandatory 504 Coordinator Training for 2026-27
• Sept. 1 - Mandatory 2026-27 Diabetes Training for Identified Staff and All Paraprofessionals

August 2026

• Aug. 25 - Required Special Education Rules, Regulations and Resources Training
• Aug. 25 - Ensuring Medical Rooms are Ready to Support Students
• Aug. 25 - Ensure Scheduling of IEP-mandated Programs and Inform Staff of Responsibilities for IEP Implementation (related guidance: Recommended Timeline for Ensuring Full Provision of Special Education Programs )
• Aug. 25 - Welcoming Families of Students with IEPs on First Day of School