Special Education
Empowering Every Student Through Tailored Services For Lifelong Success
Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES (E2CCB) is committed to providing high-quality Special Education services that empower students with disabilities. Our flexible classroom settings—12:1:1, 8:1:1, 6:1:1, and 6:1:3—offer personalized instruction, therapeutic support, and behavioral interventions tailored to meet each student’s needs.
In addition, E2CCB provides integrated related services, including speech and language therapy, occupational and physical therapy, counseling, assistive technology, and behavioral consultation. These services support students’ academic, emotional, and social development.
Our dedicated team collaborates with families, school districts, and community partners to ensure that students receive the resources and support they need to thrive. Through year-round academic programs and specialized summer instruction, E2CCB is focused on fostering success for every student.
Special Education Services
Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES offers a range of Special Education services designed to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. Our programs provide various class sizes, staffing configurations, and instructional models to support student success in inclusive and specialized environments.
Each program is available to all component districts, offering flexible solutions tailored to meet the varying needs of students. Whether through a paraprofessional, teaching assistant, or teacher aide, staffing is adjusted to provide the best possible support for every learner. E2CCB is committed to collaborating with districts, families, and community partners to foster a positive and inclusive learning experience for every student.
Self-Contained 12:1:1 Program
This setting is ideal for students with mild to moderate disabilities who thrive in a smaller class size. With one teacher, one paraprofessional, teaching assistant, or teacher aide, the 12:1:1 structure delivers targeted academic and behavioral support. Each classroom’s specific staffing is based on the needs of the students, ensuring flexibility and individual attention.
Self-Contained 8:1:1 Program
For students who require more intensive interventions, the 8:1:1 model offers enhanced individualized support. In this setting, one teacher and one paraprofessional, teaching assistant, or teacher aide work together to address the unique learning, social, and emotional needs of each student. The goal is to create a highly structured environment that promotes positive outcomes.
Self-Contained 6:1:1 Program
The 6:1:1 setting serves students with significant emotional or behavioral challenges. With six students, one teacher, and a paraprofessional, teaching assistant, or teacher aide, the focus is on delivering intensive therapeutic support alongside individualized academic instruction, providing students with the tools they need for personal and academic growth.
Self-Contained 6:1:3 Program
Designed for students with highly complex needs, the 6:1:3 program provides the highest level of staffing, with one teacher and three paraprofessionals, teaching assistants, or teacher aides. This model ensures each student receives continuous, personalized attention to address their specific academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges. The additional staff in this setting allows for more frequent interventions and individualized care.
Summer Specialized Instruction
E2CCB also offers summer programs to extend learning opportunities for students requiring additional academic and social reinforcement. These programs are tailored to help prevent regression over the summer months and ensure students are prepared for the upcoming school year.
Related Services
These services include speech and language therapy, hearing and vision services, psychological support, occupational and physical therapy, adapted physical education, and behavior intervention. Additionally, consultant teachers work to integrate students into general education settings, while work-based learning programs provide valuable real-world experience. Each service is tailored to meet the unique needs of students, ensuring a comprehensive approach to their development and success.
Enrollment
For placement in Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES Special Education Programs, students and their families should contact the Committee on Special Education (CSE) in their home district and discuss a referral.
The home school district will then contact Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES. Once a referral packet of information has been received by BOCES, the family and the CSE will be contacted to begin the intake process. During the intake process, the student’s physical, cognitive, behavioral, social, and prior educational experiences are considered. The intake process may include an interview with the student and parents in addition to a school visit.
After the intake process is complete, the Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES will advise the home district if our programming is appropriate for the student.
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