Preschool student throwing up her arms with a big smile
Student speaking with teacher in the wood shop at Westview
Paul Road student with teacher packing apples for the Food Drive
Preschool student at the Greece Learning Center
Project SEARCH intern speaking with teacher at URMC
Student speaking with teacher on first day of school
Student demonstrating shop skills to an administrator
Student eating lunch
Student singing at the Holiday Cabaret
Westview student proudly holding up her successful STEAM project
Two friends singing at the Holiday Cabaret
Students arriving at Westview from the school bus
Student eating lunch
Thanksgiving dinner at Terry Taylor
Student working on a STEAM project with teacher and aide

Department for Exceptional Children

News

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SEPTO Family Bowling Night on Nov. 6

SEPTO and Equitable Advisors are hosting a Family Bowling Night on Nov. 6 from 5:30-8 p.m. at Spencerport Bowl.
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SEPTO Shirts Flash Sale in October

There's a flash sale on SEPTO shirts this month!
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Join SEPTO Today!

The SEPTO membership form for the 2026-27 school year, an overview of membership and the meeting schedule are now available. 
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Fall Food Drive 2026

The Fall Food Drive will once again help students and families, thanks to the generosity of the BOCES 2 community. The drive runs through Friday, Nov. 13. 
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Visualize Yourself: Teaching a Unique Student Population

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is hosting a virtual informational meeting for educators and others interested in learning more about becoming a Teacher of Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired. Monday, Nov. 16, 2026 from 4-4:30 p.m.

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Our Philosophy

The Department for Exceptional Children will provide innovative programs and services to our students with the support, tools, and diverse opportunities to grow into contributing members of society.

We will create dynamic learners who possess social awareness, confidence, and a belief in their ability to succeed through:
  • High quality and personalized learning opportunities.
  • Communication and advocacy skills to reach the highest levels of independence.
  • Safe, inclusive, and nurturing school environments for all.
  • Engaging families and communities in a network of support focused on achievement and continual improvement.

Events

Oct
19

BOCES 2 Fall Food Drive

Mon Oct 19 2026
to Fri Nov 13 2026
Oct
28

SEPTO Meeting

Wed Oct 28 2026
Nov
02

BOCES 2 Fall Food Drive

Mon Nov 2 2026
to Fri Nov 13 2026
Nov
11
Nov
16

BOCES 2 Holiday Connections

Mon Nov 16 2026
Nov
17

BOCES 2 Holiday Connections

Tue Nov 17 2026

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