Evaluation Process: Poughkeepsie City SD
The 60-Day Rule
In New York State, the district has 60 calendar days from the moment you sign consent to complete evaluations and hold the eligibility meeting.
Step 1: The Referral
You must submit a written letter to the Director of Special Education. Do not just ask verbally.
Send to: Poughkeepsie City SD CSE Office
Phone: 845-451-4950
Step 2: Consent
The district will send you a "Consent to Evaluate" form. The clock does not start until you sign and return this.