THE ACADEMY IS RETURNING TO NEW YORK CITY
Special Education Solutions, LLC is excited to announce that the 22nd National Academy for IDEA Administrative Law Judges and Impartial Hearing Officers is taking place from Tuesday, July 21, 2026, through Friday, July 24, 2026, in New York City. Please mark your calendars.
One-day basics program on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The regular program will commence on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, and conclude by mid-day Friday, July 24, 2026.
The Academy will be hosted once again at the SUNY Global Center, a modern state-of-the-art meeting and conference center. The SUNY Global Center is in the heart of Manhattan within steps from great restaurants, hotels, parking, and public transportation. Located in midtown, there is convenient access to the city’s greatest attractions. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is 20 minutes travel time. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is 35 minutes travel time.
Fee Schedule
Regular Program (Wed. – Fri.) $1625
Basics Program Add-on (Tues.) $250 ($1875 total)
We will offer a discount to States who send 6+ attendees. The Regular Program is discounted to $1500 per person ($1750 with Basics Program add-on).
Hotel Information
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Marriott Courtyard New York Manhattan / Midtown East, located at 866 Third Avenue, New York, NY. It is two blocks from the SUNY Global Center. The nightly rate is $339.00, plus state and local taxes. To reserve a room, please click HERE. Reservations must be booked by June 20, 2026, at 11:59 p.m., to receive the discounted rate.
There are many other hotels to choose from in New York City.
Additional information regarding the program and speakers will be sent in the new year. Any questions in the meantime, please contact Deusdedi Merced by phone (203-557-6050) or by email [email protected].