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Waitlist and demand for specialized autism programs
2:45:55
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Council Member Rita Joseph inquires about the number of parents waitlisted for specialized autism programs. Deputy Chancellor Christina Foti provides information on the high demand for these programs, particularly the AIMS program.
- For the AIMS program in K to 2, there were 2,673 applicants for 288 seats
- The high number of applicants indicates significant interest in the program
- Every child has a seat, but not necessarily in the specialized program they applied for
Rita Joseph
2:45:55
Earlier you mentioned there were parents on waitlist.
2:45:57
How many parents do you have waitlisted?
Christina Foti
2:46:00
For the AIMS program in k to two, there were 2,673 applicants.
2:46:06
Now I just want to be clear, that does not mean that those kids are waiting for seats.
2:46:09
Every child has a seat.
2:46:11
That is a number that is indicative of interest.