NYSED Emergency Regulations

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The New York State Board of Regents has acted on a series of emergency regulations over the past several days. 

This April 7, 2020 press release provides details about the cancellation of the June Regents and includes a Regents and Graduation Requirement FAQ, as well as updated timelines for implementation and assessment of the NYS Next Generation ELA and Mathematics Standards.

The Regents and Graduation Requirement FAQ has information regarding English Language Learners (ELLs) and for Languages Other than English (LOTE) programs as follows.

  • ELLs

    • #16: 4+1 LOTE Pathway

    • #32: Local diploma safety nets and appeals  

  • LOTE

    • #8 AND #25: Checkpoint B exemption for Regents Advanced Designation Diploma

    • #11: Checkpoint A prior to grade 9

    • #16: 4+1 LOTE Pathway

This April 6, 2020 press release, details the following amendments for Bilingual Education:

  • The days when schools are closed will not be counted in the timeline for ELL identification, parent notification about programming, and placement

  • An exemption from the unit of study requirements due to schools being closed

  • Cancellation of the annual proficiency exam (NYSESLAT) for English language learners

The release of guidance regarding the NYS Seal of Biliteracy is expected within the next week. We will share that information as it becomes available. 

As you review the amendments and guidance documents, there may be many unanswered questions, particularly related to supporting English Language Learners. As information becomes available, we will be keeping you informed.

Thank you for the work you do in support of our ELLs. 

Please reach out to us with any questions that you have.