Navigating classification hurdles and advocacy in a stable, homeowner-centric Brooklyn district.
District 22 is characterized by a high homeowner rate and a stable community vibe. While this stability is a strength, families often encounter a conservative IEP culture that can be resistant to classifying students with "softer" diagnoses, such as ADHD.
A significant pain point in this district is the reluctance to provide formal classifications until academic performance is severely impacted. Parents frequently find themselves in a high-awareness advocacy stage, needing to document every intervention. Reviewing the New York IEP Request process is critical for parents facing pushback during initial evaluations.
"In District 22, because it’s a 'stable' district, there's often this idea that if a child is 'bright enough,' they don't need an IEP. We had to fight to prove that ADHD isn't a behavior problem—it's a learning barrier."
This is not a recommendation. Placement is an IEP team decision.
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