Welcome to the Southern Westchester BOCES Special Education Parent Teacher Association home page! SEPTA is a resource and a network of support for families of students in our Center for Special Services programs. We look forward to meeting you and hope you'll consider becoming a member and taking an active part in our robust calendar of events, workshops and activities.
Students in Ms. Lisa Culler's class at the Valhalla Center are actively building essential skills in our Life Skills classroom. From folding and stacking to organizing, counting, and sorting, they practice daily routines that promote independence and confidence. Ms. Lisa’s students truly engage in all things Life Skills!
The 2025–2026 school year began with great excitement at St. Matthew's School, where students were warmly welcomed by their classroom teams, service providers, and Principal Diana Dinzey. The atmosphere was filled with anticipation and joy as both new and returning students arrived, ready to begin another year of learning and growth.
Several new students from the Rye Lake Lower Campus joined the St. Matthew's community for the very first time. Their transition marks an important step in their educational journey, as St. Matthew's offers a variety of vocational and community integration opportunities that will help them build independence and real-world skills.
We are also thrilled to welcome veteran teacher, Ms. Karen Walker, to the St. Matthew's team. Ms. Walker now leads one of our High School AIIM classes, bringing her experience, dedication, and warm spirit to her new students. Her presence is already helping to shape a nurturing and engaging classroom environment.
The first days at St. Matthew's were a true reflection of what lies ahead: a school year filled with opportunity, meaningful connections, and a strong commitment to student success.
Our Rye Lake Lower Campus students are back and full of excitement! They were all smiles on the first day of school, Sept. 4, and even stopped to pose for a quick picture by the big apple! Principal Jonathan Remeny and Assistant Principal Maureen Salka are excited for a year filled with learning, laughter, and growth together.
