Irvington Middle/High School

The Principal's Desk

 Families,

I am honored to serve as the principal of the SWBOCES Middle and High School (Grades 6–12) Therapeutic Support Program, located within Irvington High School.  Our dedicated team is eager to continue strengthening our collaboration with families, partnering districts, and the Irvington School District.  These partnerships are essential as we work together to support each student’s academic and social-emotional growth.

This year, we’re excited to welcome both new and returning students to our program.  Our mission remains clear: To work collaboratively to deliver high-quality, differentiated academic and social-emotional support to students with a wide range of needs and abilities.

Our program is built around meeting each student where they are.  Offering a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive school environment.  We aim to help all students build the skills and strategies necessary for emotional and academic growth, ultimately preparing them for success beyond high school.

Thanks to our small class sizes (12:1:1, 12:1:2, and 8:1:2), we are able to tailor instruction to meet individual learning needs.  All students are working toward a Regents Diploma and may also qualify for an Advanced Regents Diploma, Local Diploma, and/or the CDOS Credential.  Additionally, students who demonstrate readiness may have the opportunity to participate in mainstream classes and school activities.  Similarly, our juniors and seniors may have the opportunity to attend vocational classes at the Center for Career Services.

I remain deeply grateful for the opportunity to work with each student and to collaborate with families, partnering districts, and the Irvington community.  My door is always open, please feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns, or suggestions.

Sincerely,
Principal Julia Dolan

Irvington MSHS

Irvington Middle/HS News

  • Seven students lauded by principal for their respect, consideration and caring

    Middle schoolers at Irvington move up, ready to take on high school

    The Southern Westchester BOCES Special Services programs in Irvington celebrated not only the accomplishments but the educational journeys of seven eighth-graders who are moving up to high school in the fall. "We have every faith in your ability to shine brightly,” Principal Grant-Johnson told them.

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  • A dozen former attendees mingled with students and staff

    Alumni welcomed back to SWBOCES' Irvington High program

    A dozen former students of Southern Westchester BOCES' programs at Irvington High School returned May 30 for an alumni luncheon and the chance to share. their life experiences." I'm so pleased at the turnout and that so many of our former students feel that connection to and appreciation for our Irvington program," Principal Alberta Grant-Johnson said. 

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  • Teacher of the Deaf describes difficulties, shares ways to make a difference

    Presentation on hearing loss allows students to reflect on its challenges

    Melinda Pittis discussed several scenarios related to living with hearing loss during a presentation to English teacher Kathleen Shenenfield’s class at SWBOCES' Irvington High School-based Special Services location. “Imagine sitting in the classroom, trying to listen to a teacher,” said Ms. Pittis, a Teacher of the Deaf and Hearing Impaired. “You’re trying so hard to focus on what’s being said.” Students have been reading El Deafo, a loosely autobiographical graphic novel about author Cece Bell’s experience growing up with deafness.

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  • New York State Police investigators share expertise, advice on a range of online hazards

    SWBOCES students at Irvington High School learn lessons on internet safety

    Two members of the New York State Police Computer Crime Unit talked to students at Southern Westchester BOCES’ Irvington High School programs about how they work  to protect children from online crimes. They also provided key guidance on a range of topics to help students stay safe online.

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Southern Westchester BOCES Center for Special Services
Irvington Middle-High School
40 North Broadway, Irvington, NY  10533
914-591-8963