AIIM NYSAA
Autism Spectrum Disorder Programs NYSAA K-12
These programs provide a highly structured site-based classroom environment designed primarily for students with autism spectrum disorders at the elementary, middle and high school levels for New York State Alternately Assessed students. Instructional methodology includes the applications of structured teaching and Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) that have demonstrated effective outcomes in the school environment. Specialized clinical consultation is provided for both structured teaching and ABA classes. In addition to academic outcomes, the development of appropriate communication, social and behavioral skills are stressed.
CoSer 203.100
Classroom Ratio 8:1:2
Included Related Services
* Speech/Language Services Individual (elementary only) 1x30 per week
*Speech/Language Services Group (middle school only) 1x30 per week
*Counseling services for Group & Transitional Services
*Consultant Occupational Therapy
*Consultant Speech and Language Services
*Consultant Psychiatric Services
*Parent Training
Direct OT, PT, nursing, speech, counseling (additional) or other related services as per student IEP are billed to districts in addition to tuition costs.
Career Training
Where appropriate, high school students who are alternately assessed (NYSAA) may attend half day career preparation programs, to meet the requirements for attaining the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential (SKILLS).
This program is offered through the Center for Career Services, at no additional charge to the district
Districts are responsible for providing transportation services for students to be able to attend programs located at the Career Services Center in Valhalla. Southern Westchester BOCES can provide transportation services for a fee that would be billed separately to participating districts.
AIIM NYSAA Locations
Location Supervisors
Phyllis Rizzi, Principal, Tappan Hill School
prizzi@swboces.org | 914-366-2575
Leslie Handler, Principal, Valhalla Center
lhandler@swboces.org | 914-761-3400
Julia Dolan, Principal, Rye Lake Lower Campus
jdolan@swboces.org | 914-948-7271
Leslie Handler, Principal, St. Matthews
lhandler@swboces.org | 914-761-2863
