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==== EmailSubjectDear NYC Department of Education, ====

I am the parent/guardian of [Child’s Full Name], Date of Birth: [DOB], who resides in [District/Borough].

This letter serves as my formal written Notice of Intent to request an Individualized Education Services Program (IESP) for the [School Year, e.g., 2025–2026].

My child will be parentally placed in a private school / homeschooled at my own expense for the upcoming school year. Pursuant to applicable federal and New York State special education law, I am requesting that the NYC Department of Education convene a meeting to develop an IESP and arrange for the provision of appropriate special education services.

Please consider this letter a request for:
* Review of my child’s most recent evaluations and IEP (if applicable)
* Any additional evaluations deemed necessary
* An IESP meeting within the required legal timelines

All future communication regarding this matter should be provided in writing.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this request. I look forward to your written response confirming receipt and outlining next steps.

Sincerely,[Your Full Name][Your Phone Number][Your Email Address][Your Child’s Address (optional)]

cc: District CSE / Special Education Office

📌 Best practice:
Send this by email + certified mail (or email + DOE portal upload). Save confirmations.