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 BOCES main campus is comprised of five special education programs including the John A. Flannery High School and Middle School, the Raymond C. Cramer School, the Liberty Elementary Program, and the Strive Program. These “schools” are located in an expansive facility that houses a therapeutic pool, large auditorium, 2 gymnasiums and is surrounded by several playgrounds and athletic fields.
Satellite programs are located in the Chester, Goshen, Marlboro, Minisink Valley and Warwick Valley School Districts.
The Marguerite A Flood High School and Middle School as well as Alternative Programs are located in the Regional Education Center at Arden Hill.