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Office of Special Education

Behavioral Supports and Interventions & Discipline Procedures for Students with Disabilities

Promoting healthy and safe learning environments where students can receive the instruction and other supports they need to learn and achieve at high levels is one of the primary responsibilities of each school and is a priority of the New York State Education Department.  This page contains resources to support the use of positive behavioral supports and interventions and ensure students have access to safe and supportive environments conducive to learning.  

Recently Issued Guidance

Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans

Functional Behavioral Assessments Policy Brief

Behavioral Intervention Plans Policy Brief

Section 200.22 Program standards for behavioral interventions

Manifestation Determination Resources

Guidance to Assist Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) in Supporting Students with Disabilities and Avoiding Discriminatory Use of Discipline

Manifestation Determination Review Policy Brief

Manifestation Determination Review Flow Chart

Manifestation Determination Review Sample Form

Additional Guidance Related to Behavioral Supports, Interventions, and Discipline Procedures

Behavioral Supports and Interventions in Schools Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Same-Day Notification to a Parent or Person in Parental Relation of a Student with a Disability Where Certain Behavioral Interventions are Used

Part 201 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education: Discipline Provisions for Students with Disabilities

School Climate and Student Discipline Resources