Grace Lane Preschool

Coram Elementary School is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and collaborative environment that maximizes the social and academic potential of its students, particularly those with diverse learning needs. Serving children from early childhood through elementary age, the school focuses on various diagnoses, including language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional learners. The educational approach at Coram is student-centered, employing a blend of teacher-led instruction, cooperative small group work, and individualized learning experiences. This methodology not only promotes academic skills in reading, math, writing, speaking, and listening but also encourages independence among students. Unique to Coram Elementary is its commitment to forming strong partnerships with families and the community, ensuring that every member feels welcome and engaged in their child's education. The school's low student-teacher ratio further enhances personalized attention, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an inclusive educational setting that prepares children for success in a global society.

Robert Williams School is a Nassau BOCES middle school program providing an academic setting with a multidisciplinary team for students with learning, behavioral, emotional, and developmental disabilities. Instruction is aligned to New York State standards and includes opportunities toward a Regents diploma or other state-approved diplomas, along with CDOS-aligned work-based learning where appropriate. School-wide PBIS and explicit pro-social skill instruction are integrated to support social-emotional growth and independence. Key programs include academics aligned to New York State standards tailored to students' cognitive levels and learning styles. The school offers pathways toward a NYS Regents diploma or other approved diplomas with CDOS-related instructional and work-based learning opportunities. The Therapeutic Learning Collaborative (TLC) provides two specialized programs: the Intensive Support Program (ISP) offering counseling partnership with North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center for individual, group, family counseling and psychiatric care; and the Transitional Support Program (TSP) supporting transition to less restrictive settings with counseling from BOCES psychologists, social workers, and guidance counselors. Guidance services include transitional planning beginning at age 14 and assistance with working papers. Placement is through the home district's Committee on Special Education (CSE) as part of the student's IEP process.