Special and Alternative Education
James Higgins, Ed.D., Director of Special and Alternative Education
Keith Sullivan, Assistant Director
Office: (845) 291-0200 ext 10200
Welcome to the Division of Special and Alternative Education
In this section of the OU BOCES website, you will find information about the Special and Alternative Education Division's programs and services. You will also find forms and information about Food Services. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions!
Emanuel Axelrod Education Center
Regional Education Center at Arden Hill
Special and Alternative Education Locations
The Emanuel Axelrod is comprised of five special education programs including the John A. Flannery High School and Middle School, the Raymond C. Cramer Program, the Liberty Elementary Program and the STRIVE Program. These programs are located in an expansive facility that houses a large auditorium, two gymnasiums and is surrounded by several playgrounds.
Satellite programs are located in the Chester, Goshen, Marlboro, Minisink Valley and Warwick Valley school districts.
The Regional Education Center at Arden Hill is comprised of Marguerite A Flood High School and Middle School as well as the Academy at Arden Hill Middle School and High School.