Valhalla Center marks the end of joy-filled, engaging summer programs
Valhalla Center students and staff enjoyed a joyful and engaging Extended School Year, filled with hands-on learning both in and out of the classroom.
Students took part in exciting community outings to Homefield Bowl, local ice cream shops, and the Maritime Aquarium—practicing valuable life skills such as celebrating others, waiting their turn, following directions, and navigating public spaces with confidence. Yoga sessions, led by veteran BOCES Physical Therapist Phyllis Marto, gave students the opportunity to practice breathing techniques and poses to build self-regulation skills, with some even stepping into leadership roles to help guide the group.
Every Friday, our Continent Study assembly brought the school together to share projects, artwork, geography lessons, and food inspired by India, Brazil, Italy and Poland—fostering communication, collaboration, and cultural awareness. Breakthrough Fitness led skill-based adapted fitness classes each Wednesday, while Blue Path continued their weekly visits, bringing smiles and joy to our students.
On Aug. 14, we celebrated our ESY Closing Event with students, families, and staff coming together to reflect on all the learning, creativity, and growth achieved over the six-week program. We are deeply grateful to the families who joined us and to everyone who made this summer such a success.
We look forward to welcoming our students back on Sept. 4, 2025, for what promises to be a wonderful 2025–2026 school year. Until then, we wish you all a joyful and restful remainder of the summer!
