The Office for Students with Exceptionalities       

  18 South Perry St.
  Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
  (845) 451-4900, Ext. 3473 (General Number)

  (845) 383-8570 (Fax)
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District Mission

We are champions of children who inspire and nurture the whole child by providing innovative, high-quality educational opportunities that prepare all students to embark on individual paths of success in a globally diverse community.

 

The Office of Students with Exceptionalities is responsible for a wide range of programs and support for students, including all preschool special education plans, and school-aged special education services across Poughkeepsie's schools. We also oversee the Section 504 committee and develop accommodation plans for students to have reasonable access to instruction and learning. Other activities of our department include the assignment of instructors for alternative instruction during suspension, home-bound medical instruction for students who cannot attend due to serious illness or injury with appropriate medical documentation, and we schedule and coordinate all student disciplinary hearings (otherwise known as Superintendent's Hearings) for students who reside within our district. 

We are committed to service to the students and families of Poughkeepsie. We are here to help you and answer your questions. Our staff can provide information and guidance for parents in all of the areas managed within our department. Below is a list of key personnel who can assist you.

For all Special Education matters, please contact the staff who can assist you from this list, arranged by the schools they serve.  The District phone number is (845) 451-4900.  Key in the appropriate extension and you will be connected to the person at that number.