Our educational training includes academics, social development, job training and student employment. White Plains provides us with the opportunity to run a community-based school program. Our students are young adults who have the opportunity to work for pay, learn important job and social skills while continuing their academic growth. Our student workers provide services to the communities where they learn. Our employers include but are not limited to local delicatessens, churches, pizzerias, clothing outlets, Visiting Nursing Services, the YMCA and even the New York Power Authority. In addition, some students work in our facility preparing lunches and helping with maintenance.
We have four high school classes and one middle school class. The high school classes include two TSP-DD classes and one AIIM class. Our middle school class is part of the AIIM program. These classes are primarily set up for students with behavioral problems and with those on the Autism spectrum. The high school program has departmentalized classes in the morning. Each student will participate in a schedule that includes: ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Cooking, Office Skills, Activities of Daily Living and Social Skills. As the students transition to their different classes, they are able to interact and learn from all of the teachers in the high school.
Students are also involved in learning about their school community, which offers many rich opportunities Students work in the local YMCA located right across the street. They also have Physical Education classes there. We are able to visit shops and eating establishments to learn ADL skills (Activities in Daily Living). We enjoy the Farmers Market located a few blocks away. Students learn to navigate the community, travel, train and develop independence under careful supervision.
We at St. Matthew's look forward to enriching the lives of our students as they serve the community where they learn. We look forward to working with you and your child to achieve their goals.
Sincerely,
Will Guterman
Principal
St. Matthew's ~ 3 Carhart Avenue ~ White Plains, New York 10605 ~ (914)761-2863
Swish..... St. Matthew's continues to show off their strength on and off the court. They are a force to be reckoned with. This team's foundation is built upon hard work, determination, and friendship. The support these players show for one another is contagious. A big shout out to our five senior starters: Akeem, Andre, Brianna, Danezja, and Niko as they led the entire team to victory. A special thank you to our Head Coach, Ms. Hazel and Assistant Coach, Ms. Eileen for making this season so memorable.
Student Photographer Pedro/Mr. Guterman Busy at Work
Anonymous Student Photographer/Students and Staff Posing
Student Photographer Pedro/Michael Going to Work
Student Photographer Aeden/Matthew Happily Doing Math
Student Photographer Aeden/David and Noemy Successfully Counting
Anonymous Student Photographer/Andre and Nancy Making Rice
Anonymous Student Photographer/ Mike and Mr. Mike working on Fine Motor Skills
Anonymous Student Photographer/Pedro and Leslie Saying Good Morning
Student Photographer Jason/Vincent and Ms. Cookes Reviewing the Recipe
Student Artist Pedro/Clay Dinosoar
Student Photographer Sean/Adam and Sharon Doing Math
Anonymous Student Photographer/ Heather Serves the Class Water
Student Photographer Casey/ Erin and Jenny Making Valentine's Day Hearts
Student Photographer Sean/Semaj Finishing His Morning Work
Student Photographer Semaj/Brianna Making Homemade Clay
Student Photographer Vinny/Jordan Following the Recipe to Make Clay
Student Photographer Semaj/Vinny and Jordan Forming Clay Hearts
Student Photographer Jason/Brandon's Birthday Wish
Student Photographer Vinny/Jordan and Barbra Discussing the Weather Report
Student Photographer Vinny/Showcasing our Classroom Artists
Spring Break-School Closed
Memorial Day
