School Bio

The Norman Howard School is accredited by the New York Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS), and approved by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) as a special education school serving boys and girls grades 5 through 12 (aged 10-21). At The Norman Howard School, alongside academics, we create a sense of belonging and an emotionally safe environment to learn and grow.​ Our school is a turning point for students who have struggled with the academic or social aspects of their previous school. Here we personalize an education program for each learner, composed of compelling, Regents level academic courses, comprehensive support services, and enrichment activities, while also emphasizing personal growth within a welcoming community. Our students learn best with a multi-sensory approach and with the consistent use of learning strategies. Classroom and social-emotional learning is supported with school-wide strategies and complemented by hands-on and experiential opportunities in the community.