Orange-Ulster BOCES Emanuel Axelrod Education Center

Orange-Ulster BOCES Emanuel Axelrod Education Center provides comprehensive educational and therapeutic services specifically designed for students with special needs. The center serves a diverse population, including students navigating learning disabilities, developmental delays, and other unique challenges, with a mission to empower every child to reach their full potential.

The center offers a robust suite of specialized supports, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills groups. To support sensory processing and engagement, the campus features innovative sensory pathways. Beyond therapeutic interventions, the center provides career and technical education, including a New York State-approved Practical Nurse program, to prepare students for future employment and independence.

Focusing on individualized education, the center utilizes small student-teacher ratios to ensure personalized attention and the effective implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The curriculum emphasizes community integration and vocational training, equipping students with the essential skills needed for real-world success and long-term autonomy.