Students in Linda Liebman’s class at Tappan Hill School created greenhouses in anticipation of Earth Day, which falls on April 22. The activity was created with Speech teacher Claribel Cruz Cocco in a collaborative lesson. The students and their teachers can’t wait to see what sprouts up!
Therapy dogs from BluePath Service Dogs visited with students at Tappan Hill School this week. Bluepath's dogs are in training to become dedicated autism service dogs and make weekly visits to local schools as part of their 'Paws to Learn' program. The dogs benefit from practicing the skills they are working on in training, and the students they meet benefit from their calming presence as well as the sensory experience of touching, petting, brushing and walking with them. Not only is their presence therapeutic, they can't help but brighten everyone's day!
Students from Southern Westchester BOCES’ Tappan Hill School in Tarrytown have been participating in collaborative monthly physical education classes at Edgewood Elementary School in Scarsdale.
The opportunity to engage in P.E. and inclusive classroom activities comes as the result of a partnership between SWBOCES and Scarsdale Schools. The visits began in January with five Tappan Hill Students participating and will continue through June.
“The (Scarsdale) staff not only provided a nurturing environment for our children but also allowed us to connect with many new friends,” Principal Phyllis Rizzi said. “We look forward to continuing to be a part of this fantastic school district in this way over the next few months.”
At Tappan Hill, we are committed to supporting parents and working together to achieve the strongest possible outcomes for their students.
I encourage all families and staff to become active members in our Southern Westchester BOCES Special Education Parent Teacher Association. In SEPTA we place an emphasis on topics surrounding special education and the lives of families with children who have special needs. The organization is led by parents, educators and administrators, and we host several informative events during the school year.
Programs at Tappan Hill include five AIIM classes, four MD classes and one Intensive Day Treatment class. Our aim is to create a compassionate, supportive and stimulating environment that encourages independence and confidence in every one of our students.
I am honored to serve as the principal of Tappan Hill School. Please feel free to call or email me to discuss an idea or to share any questions or concerns you might have.
I look forward to working with you and assisting each of our students in meeting their goals this school year.
Warm regards,
Phyllis Rizzi
Principal
Welcome to the Tappan Hill website!
The Tappan Hill School is a program within Southern Westchester BOCES that serves students within the AIIM, MD and IDT programs. Our classrooms work to implement strategies that support the development of each child’s academic and social emotional skills. In conjunction with a students’ IEP, teachers and related service providers work together closely to ensure students continue to meet their goals throughout the school year.
Please be sure to fill out all forms fully and return them to your child’s teacher. Be sure to make any necessary medical appointments for your child’s annual physical or other forms that may be needed for the school nurse.
Please let us know if you need any assistance or have questions, you can call 914-366-2560.
Sincerely,
Francesca Fernandez
Assistant Principal
'Cause baby, you're a firework
Come on, show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh"
As you shoot across the sky
Baby, you're a firework
Come on let your colors burst...
~Katy Perry
Southern Westchester BOCES Center for Special Services
Tappan Hill School
50 Ichabod Lane 10591
914-366-2560
