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A Family's Guide to Student-Directed IEPs
Is your child's voice heard at their meeting? Did they help create a goal for their IEP? Learn more about working with the school district to help your child learn how to advocate for themselves.

​AFC's Guide To Section 504
​As the parent of a child in a NYC public school, you may be familiar with the special education system. Children with disabilities can also get services and accommodations through a federal law called “Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,” or “Section 504.” This law can be especially helpful to you and your child if your child has a disability and:
1. Does not qualify for special education services.
2. You do not want to go through the special education system to get services or accommodations for your child.
3. Your child requires additional supports or services that are not provided through the special education system. ​

A Complete Guide to ADHD
This ADHD guide offers parents the information you need to understand the behaviors associated with the attention disorder to help you make effective decisions for your child about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Supporting the Emotional Needs of Kids with Learning Disabilities
Signs your child might be struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety, or depression, and how to help

​Child Witness Materials Project
Collection of interactive and educational materials to guide children through how the justice system works and how to cope with the difficult feelings they might have.

Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DoHMH)
Resources for individuals experiencing a mental health condition in their day to day lives.

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Emergency and Crisis Services
Mental health services are available to help your family during an emergency.


Center for Parent Information and Resources
The central "hub" of information and products created for the network of Parent Centers serving families of children with disabilities. 

A Parent's Guide: Special Education in New York State for Children Ages 3-21
Information for parents, guardians and other family members about laws, regulations and policies affecting special education programs and services. However, these protections, rights and opportunities will best help students reach their full potential when parents, families and schools work collaboratively. Setting high expectations for students and high standards for programs will provide the greatest opportunities for a successful adult life. 

NYT: Teens are Struggling Right Now. What can parents do?
The psychologist Lisa Damour shares advice on how to connect, what healthy emotions look like and when to step in.


​Financial Aid

Understanding Your Finances: A Guide for College Students
It’s important that you understand what resources are available to you to help you get through your college experience with a head start on your finances!

FSA ID (Financial Aid Signature): https://studentaid.gov/help/signing-fafsa​
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List of Schools Require CSS Profile:
https://profileonline.collegeboard.org/prf/PXRemotePartInstitutionServlet/PXRemotePartInstitutionServlet.srv
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CSS Profile: https://profileonline.collegeboard.com/prf/index.jsp

Higher Education Services Corporation: http://www.hesc.com

Most complete financial aid site: http://www.finaid.org

National Association for Student Financial Aid Administrators: http://www.nasfaa.org
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College Search Sites

Naviance:  https://connection.naviance.com/baruch  

College Board: http://www.collegeboard.org

College Review: http://www.collegeview.com

Princeton Review: http://www.princetonreview.com

The National Center for Fair & Open Testing: http://www.fairtest.org

Slate.org College Discovery ​: slate.org/connect/search/
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College Resources for LGBTQ+ Students

LGBTQ Student Guide - https://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/lgbtq-student-guide/

Scholarships for LGBTQ Students - https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/lgbtq-scholarships/

Safezones in College - https://www.bestcolleges.com/blog/importance-of-safezones-in-college/

LGBTQ Friendly Colleges by State - https://www.bestcolleges.com/features/top-lgbtq-friendly-colleges-by-state/

Top LGBTQ Colleges - https://www.bestcolleges.com/features/best-colleges-for-lgbt-students/
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Athletics

​National Collegiate Athletic Association: www.ncaa.org

National Recruiting Network: www.nationalrecruits.com 

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics: www.naia.org
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Career Services

​College Board: http://www.collegeboard.com/html/careerbrowser.html

O*Net: www.onetonline.org/

Career Builder: http://www.careerbuilder.com

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  • Calendar
  • BCCHS College Process Timeline
    • Junior to Senior Timeline
  • Naviance
    • Naviance
  • Application Information
    • Application Process
    • College Essay
    • College Interview
    • Application Fee Waivers
    • Teacher Recommendations
    • FERPA Waiver Guide
    • Envelopes
  • TESTING
    • SAT vs. ACT
    • SAT/ACT FAQs
    • PSAT Information
    • Test Prep
    • Fee Waivers
    • Sending Your Scores
    • Test-Optional
    • Extended Time
  • Financial Aid
    • FAFSA/ TAP
    • CSS Profile
    • Opportunity Programs
    • Additional Information
  • Scholarships
    • September Deadlines
    • October Deadlines
    • November Deadlines
    • December Deadlines
    • January Deadlines
    • February Deadlines
    • March Deadlines
    • April Deadlines
    • May Deadlines
    • June Deadlines
    • July-August Deadlines
    • NY Specific Scholarships
    • Ongoing Scholarships
    • College Specific Scholarships
    • Scholarship Search Websites
  • EOP/HEOP/SEEK/ETC
  • Internships Opportunities
    • September Deadlines
    • October Deadlines
    • November Deadlines
    • December Deadlines
    • January Deadlines
    • February Deadlines
    • March Deadlines
    • April Deadlines
    • May Deadlines
    • Summer Programs
    • Summer Research Opportunities
    • Internship Search Sites
    • Get Involved in NYC!
  • Pre-College Programs
    • College Visits
    • Junior Preview Weekends
  • BCCHS College Acceptances
  • Alternative's to College
  • Helpful Videos
  • More
    • School Profile
    • Links For Parents
    • College Office Handbook