4201 Schools Association Co-Chair Dr. Bernadette Kappen said, “We are grateful for the Senate and Assembly’s advocacy of our schools and for their proposed increase in funding, which is essential to continue meeting the diverse needs of our blind, deaf, and…
The following can be attributed to Dr. Bernadette Kappen, chair of the 4201 Schools Association and executive director of The New York Institute for Special Education: "We are extremely disappointed in the Governor’s decision to move forward with a proposed…
The Association's Letter in Braille Delivered to Governor Hochul Albany, NY – The 4201 Schools Association, which represents 11 schools serving children who are blind, deaf, and severely physically disabled, announced today that a letter was delivered to Governor Hochul requesting…
Association Chair Dr. Bernadette Kappen testified in front of the Fiscal Committees of the NYS Legislature on Wednesday, February 8 to urge the legislature to: Reject the Executive Budget's proposed $2,000,000 cut and restore our schools to the levels enacted…
Association Chair Dr. Bernadette Kappen joined The Capitol Pressroom this week to ask Governor Hochul to amend her proposed cut in funding for the Association's 11 schools serving students who are blind, deaf, or severely physically disabled across New York…
The following can be attributed to Dr. Bernadette Kappen, chair of the 4201 Schools Association and executive director of The New York Institute for Special Education: “A sitting Governor has made the conscious decision to cut funding for New York’s…
The 4201 Schools Association today announced commencement and graduation schedules for its member schools. Schools are set to honor the achievement of New York’s blind, deaf, and severely physically disabled students at celebrations throughout the month. “All of our students, their…
“Our children are our number one priority, and the Senate's vote today is a significant step toward providing our schools with the tools needed to be flexible and adapt quickly throughout the school year. The complex and diverse needs of…
New York State leaders came to an agreement in early April on the FY 2022-2023 State Budget. These investments include: • $93.7 million for state-supported schools for the blind and deaf, and students with other disabilities. • $12.2 million approved…