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Trailguides is a support group created by parents for parents in Dobbs Ferry who have a struggling learner: with an IEP, 504, or other learning difference. We try to connect parents to resources, programs, and other families in the area. In addition, we provide education and advocacy for families to help understand their rights, changes in the laws, and other issues. If you have questions regarding your students needs, we try to connect you with the information, organizations, or people that can help. Above all, we believe that parents and guardians are their children’s best advocates and we support families through the process.
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2025-2026 Schedule
Parent Support Meetings
A comfortable forum for conversation & connection.
2 meetings a month (1 morning) on Tuesday, (1 evening) on Thursday.
Meetings will be virtual for the time being.
Please email [email protected] for more information and location or link.
Back to School Welcome
Tuesday, September 2
9:30 - 11:30 am & 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Please RSVP for virtual link or live location, and
to assure you are notified of any scheduling change.
to assure you are notified of any scheduling change.
Please continue to check our Programs Page for ongoing
seminars and webinars.
Look for our Trailguides table at
Kindergarten Visiting Day &
Back to School Nights
seminars and webinars.
Look for our Trailguides table at
Kindergarten Visiting Day &
Back to School Nights
Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District Events and Information:
http://www.dfsd.org/
Board of Education Meeting Agendas:
Board of Education Agenda
http://www.boarddocs.com/ny/dfufsd/Board.nsf/Public
The Board of Education meetings are now livestreaming .
Here are the links for the livestream
https://ensemble.lhric.org/Watch/LiveBoardofEducationMeetings or
www.dfsd.org (link in SpotLight )
Board of Educations Meeting Dates for 2025-26
http://www.dfsd.org/Page/123
All meetings are live streamed at
https://ensemble.lhric.org/hapi/v1/contents/permalinks/LiveBoardofEducationMeetings/view
DFPTSA, Rivertown Parents, and SEPTA Information:
From New York State Department of Education:Multiple pathways recognize the importance of engaging students in rigorous and relevant academic programs. The pathway options recognize students’ interests in the Arts; Career and Technical Education (CTE); Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS); Civics; Humanities; Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM); and World Languages.
Follow this link for the latest information on the changes to the graduation requirements for NYS Ed.
https://www.nysed.gov/standars-instruction/multiple-pathways
Follow this link for the latest information on the changes to the graduation requirements for NYS Ed.
https://www.nysed.gov/standars-instruction/multiple-pathways
Request an I/DD ID Card
Identification cards are available to people who have a medically diagnosed developmental disability. The I/DD ID card is meant to be presented to law enforcement, firefighters and emergency medical services personnel to aid in the communication process. If you prefer to use a printable form and mail in your request for an IDD/ID card, download and fill out our IDD/ID Card Request Form. The IDD/ID cards are for NYS residents ONLY.
PLEASE NOTE: IT MAY TAKE SEVERAL WEEKS FOR YOU TO RECEIVE YOUR CARD.
Identification cards are available to people who have a medically diagnosed developmental disability. The I/DD ID card is meant to be presented to law enforcement, firefighters and emergency medical services personnel to aid in the communication process. If you prefer to use a printable form and mail in your request for an IDD/ID card, download and fill out our IDD/ID Card Request Form. The IDD/ID cards are for NYS residents ONLY.
PLEASE NOTE: IT MAY TAKE SEVERAL WEEKS FOR YOU TO RECEIVE YOUR CARD.
