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Beloved educators lead 'Retiree Readaloud' at Tappan Hill

It was a lovely morning at Tappan Hill School for a "Retiree Read Aloud," featuring Teacher Errol Rivera, Teaching Assistant Aleus Alcin and Principal Phyllis Rizzi, whose Southern Westchester BOCES careers will come to a close. The trio read Dr. Seuss's “Oh the Places You Go” to delighted students and admiring colleagues. All three are wished the very best in their next adventures. They will surely be missed at Tappan Hill!
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A sweet lesson yields yummy treats at Tappan Hill

Recently in Ms. Ana’s class at Tappan Hill School, students made delicious frozen treats! First, they crushed up Oreos, mixed them with Jello powder and butter, then pressed them into a pan and froze them for a half-hour. After that, they spread ice cream and finished them off with more of the Oreo mixture. Before making the treat, the class watched a video and wrote up instructions for students to bring home. Students learned to apply sequencing terms such as first, next, after that and finally.
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Service dog brightens summer spirits with visit to Tappan Hill

There is a heatwave outside, but at Tappan Hill School Ana Radeboldti’s classroom was full of summer spirit with a visit from BluePath Service Dogs! Canine visitor Hannah spent time with students and staff as they participated in summer activities! Special shout out to Teaching Assistant Marianne Weston for capturing these sweet moments!
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Principal Phyllis Rizzi As the principal of Southern Westchester BOCES’ Tappan Hill School program, it is my pleasure to welcome new and returning families. It is wonderful to be a part of the Tappan Hill community, where teachers, students and parents work collaboratively to support academic, behavioral and social-emotional growth.

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 six 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.

Warm regards,

Phyllis Rizzi
Principal

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Assistant 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