Alternative Education

Erie 1 BOCES' Alternative Education programs offer options for students who have faced difficulty with:

Absenteeism
Excessive Tardiness
Lack of Academic Progress or Motivation
Negative Behavior Choices

The goal of Alternative Education is to provide an individualized approach for students who have not experienced success personally, socially or academically in previous placements. Alternative Education students benefit from increased staff support and positive reinforcements. Team-building activities and community outreach activities enhance students' educational opportunities while reinforcing academic objectives and social/emotional growth. Students may return to their home school when consistent attendance, passing grades and positive behavior are demonstrated.

New! Virtual Learning Options

eAcademy
eAcademy is a completely 100% virtual option for general education students in grades 7-12.

Engage
Engage is a virtual learning option for students who are suspended from school for at least 5 weeks.

EDGE Academy

Home Hospital Instruction

Northtowns Academy

Suspension

"Unique Opportunities. Exceptional Results."

Notices

Accessibility

If you are unable to access any of the Notices provided on this page, please see the information provided in Erie 1 BOCES’ Notice of Accessibility.

Adult Career Training

Learn more about our Adult Career Training Programs, including High School Equivalency.

Code of Conduct

Erie 1 BOCES' Code of Conduct.

Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)

Erie 1 BOCES is committed to providing a safe, supportive environment free from harassment, bullying and discrimination for all students. The agency encourages the involvement of staff, students, parents and community members in the implementation and reinforcement of the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA). If you believe you, or someone else, has been the target of harassment, bullying, cyber-bullying and/or discrimination, please contact the Dignity Act Coordinator at your child’s center. All complaints will be treated in a confidential manner. Anonymous reports may limit the district's ability to respond to the complaint. A prompt and thorough investigation will be conducted for all incident reports.

For more information, contact the Dignity Act Coordinator in your child’s center.
The names and contact information for each building's Dignity Act Coordinator are provided below:

Calspan Career & Technical Education Center | (716) 558-5565