S2Ep14: THE WHEELS ON THE BUS
Channel: Comadreando Podcast
Date: 03/08/2022

Hola Comadres!

Welcome to the 14th episode of Season 2! 
Let’s talk about creating TRANSPORTATION AND BUSSING!

Join your comadre Marcy and special guest Stephanie Perez, CEO of the Non-for-Profit, One Blue Heart at a Time, special needs advocate,  and mother to an ausome young man, as they discuss cultural the headaches of transportation and bussing for students with special needs, they offer tips and tricks to help you navigate the intricacies of the situation.

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NOTES:

One Blue Heart at a Time Website:
www.oneblueheartatatime.com

 Sign Up for NYC Schools Account:
schoolsaccount.nyc
https://www.schoolsaccount.nyc/

Office of Pupil Transportation Website:
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/transportation/transportation-overview

Transportation Reimbursement Form:
https://infohub.nyced.org/in-our-schools/operations/transportation-resources-for-schools

OPT Phone Number for Complaints:
(718) 392-8855

Steph talks about the Reach Swim Academy which is an all-inclusive learn to swim (& more!) program geared toward children with unique needs, their siblings, and allies.
Website:
www.reachacademy.nyc
https://www.reachacademy.nyc/
Article on Autism and Safety:
Autism & Safety Facts
https://nationalautismassociation.org/resources/autism-safety-facts/#:~:text=In%202009%2C%202010%2C%20and%202011,younger%20subsequent%20to%20wandering%2Felopement.