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James E. Allen Elementary School
Program #243 Ages 5-12 Students displaying a wide variation of disabilities, ages five through twelve, are educated at the elementary school of the Special Education Division. This program provides instruction in basic skills of reading, writing, communication, and math. For those students with multiple disabilities, instructional emphasis is on Activities of Daily Living, mobility and basic communication. Classes are available for students requiring Option III, IIIA and IV class size mandates. In addition to basic classroom instruction, students may receive adaptive physical education if needed. An enrichment program in basic skills and basic technology education is part of the core curriculum which assists students in preparing for the New York State standardized tests or Alternate Assessments. A wide range of special activities help stimulate each student's social skills. In addition, some students receive services from a consulting psychiatrist. Classes are available in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) and Applied Verbal Behavior (AVB). The services of a consulting psychiatrist are provided to students in the Intensive Counseling Experience (ICE) program.
Available Class Size Groupings
Option III Option IIIA Option IV 9 Students: 1 Teacher + 3 Para/Support/Related Services Staff Designed for students with intensive management needs. Due to multiple disabilities, these students require intense supervision for daily living support. Students generally require assistance in ambulation, feeding, toileting and other basic life skills to ensure a healthy and safe environment.
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