Academic Services

Overview: The Summit School at Nyack operates under a charter from the New York State Board of Regents as a special education secondary school. We collaborate with school districts throughout New York State to provide specialized education services tailored to emotionally fragile young adults.

Key Features:

Individualized Education Programs (IEPs): Developed in partnership with each student’s Committee on Special Education (CSE) to address unique learning needs.

Certified Staff: Our team includes New York State certified special education teachers, content area specialists, and teaching assistants.

Small Class Sizes: Middle school classes maintain an 8:1:1 student-to-teacher ratio, while high school classes have a 12:1:1 ratio, ensuring personalized attention.

Diploma Opportunities: Students can earn New York State Advanced Regents, Regents, or Local Diplomas, as well as Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credentials.