Nassau BOCES Adult Learning Center

The ELIJA School is dedicated to providing a nurturing and empowering educational environment for children with Autism, specifically tailored to meet the needs of students aged 3 to 21. With a core mission centered on championing hope, the school focuses on fostering growth and development in children with language-based learning disabilities and those who are twice-exceptional. The ELIJA School employs a range of therapeutic methodologies, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), which is designed to promote positive behavioral changes while enhancing communication skills and social interactions. What sets the ELIJA School apart is its commitment to maintaining a low student-teacher ratio, ensuring that each child receives personalized attention and support from dedicated educators. The school emphasizes strong partnerships with families, recognizing that collaboration is essential for creating effective educational strategies and fostering a sense of community. Additionally, specialized facilities and unique community events enrich the students' learning experiences, making the ELIJA School not just an educational institution but a supportive haven for families navigating the challenges associated with Autism.

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.