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District 75 delivers highly specialized, individualized educational programs for students with significant challenges, such as autism, cognitive delays, sensory impairments, and emotional or multiple disabilities, across New York City. These services are offered in diverse settings, co located classrooms, dedicated school buildings, hospitals, agencies, and in home environments, ensuring each student receives the tailored support they need.
D75 Schools
D75 Schools
District 75 schools offer specialized, supportive education designed to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. Our programs foster growth, independence, and confidence in a safe, inclusive learning environment.
Services
Services
District 75 provides a wide spectrum of highly specialized services, including small ratio instructional settings, Speech Language and occupational/physical therapies, travel training, vocational and daily living skills instruction, and related health and behavioral supports, all tailored to meet each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.
Students
Students
District 75 provides quality and rigorous individualized educational programs to students with significant challenges and diverse learning styles. The needs of students are met in a variety of settings that nurture independence, ensure dignity and support integration into the community. Students are referred to a specific class ratio by the Committee on Special Education.
Families
Families
District 75’s Family Support and Engagement team collaborates with community-based partners to provide citywide workshops and resources that nurture student growth and empower families. At the local level, our schools host workshops tailored to neighborhood needs, covering practical topics like literacy, behavior support, IEP understanding, and community services, to ensure families receive relevant, accessible support where they live.
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District 75 Events

Feb 07

Parent Peer Group

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

Location: District Office

Mar 07

Parent Peer Group

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

Location: District Office

Mar 19

STEM Fair

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

Location: Museum of Natural History 200 Central Prk W, New York, NY 10024

Mar 24

Father's Initiative

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM

Location: District Office

Mar 24

Work-based Learning Expo

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

Location: Baruch College

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Our History

District 75 is the largest school district in the world dedicated exclusively to serving students with disabilities. Its origins trace back to the early 20th century. Unlike traditional community school districts defined by geographic boundaries, District 75 spans all five boroughs, supporting thousands of students citywide.

How did this unique district emerge?

The following is a brief, remarkable history of how District 75 came to be.