Tiegerman High School
(Grades 9-12+)
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87-25 136th Street
Richmond Hill, NY 11418 - (718) 291-2807
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Classroom Ratios: Personalized Support for Every Learner
Grades: 9-12+
Tiegerman High School's Classes
Classroom Ratio: 12:1:3
Tiegerman High School’s 12:1:3 classrooms provide a structured, specialized environment for learners with unique developmental needs. This ratio ensures that each student receives a tailored educational experience with the support they need. The 12 students can be a mix of individuals with varying disabilities, and the class is designed to address their specific academic and social needs. The teacher provides individualized instruction, and the additional support staff assist with specialized tasks like communication or academic support, depending on each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).These classes benefit our students by providing more individualized attention, specialized instruction, enhanced support for emotional and social development, increased safety and supervision, promote collaboration and teamwork, and improved academic progress.
Tiegerman Senior Scholars
Tiegerman Transition NYC Program
This program is an individualized program for individuals 17-21 with learning differences. The primary goal is to enhance individuals’ employability by participating in internships to strengthen their career readiness.
Tiegerman Transition NYC’s hybrid model includes daily internship experiences, while incorporating career readiness courses that actively prepare individuals for the workforce. Individuals develop the foundational skills necessary for a successful transition to a career path that aligns to their skill set.
Program Highlights
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Intensive and structured 12-month educational programming from
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM for students in 9th Grade through 12th Grade - Curriculum and instructional programs aligned with NYS Learning Standards and the Next Generation Standards
- An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is developed and implemented for each student, including strategies and goals tailored to their academic and social needs
- Rigorous, language-based learning in small classrooms with low student-to-teacher ratios: 12 students, 1 certified special education teacher, and 3 teaching assistants (12:1:3)
- Transdisciplinary model focused on language development, enhancing each student’s social, emotional, cognitive, and language skills
- School-Wide Behavior Plan which encourages appropriate social skills, in the form of a token economy
- Reading Specialist and reading services offered for diagnostic purposes and additional reading support
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Family and community support, including Parent Training
- Field trips, theme days, school-wide celebrations, and more
- All high school students receive Tiegerman-issued Chromebooks
- Group Speech and Language Therapy (up to 5 students)
- Group Speech and Language Therapy target language
- Individual Counseling Services
- Group Counseling Services (up to 5 students)
- On-site support from a Behavior Specialist and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
- Registered Nurse on premises
- Assistive Technology (H.A.T, tablets, etc.)
Teaching the Extraordinary
Empowering Futures: Skills for Success!
Vocational Learning
Tiegerman High School’s vocational curriculum, aligned with CDOS standards, includes Retail Marketing, Business Tech, and more. Programs like the school store offer hands-on experience, building real-world skills, confidence, and career readiness.
Retail / School Store Program
Through our on-site Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein store, students gain real-world retail experience, building skills in teamwork, customer service, inventory, and financial literacy—fostering confidence, community connection, and career readiness in an engaging, hands-on environment.
Work Based Learning (WBL)
Work Based Learning (WBL) extends the classroom into the workplace, connecting acquired knowledge and skills to students' future employment. WBL partnerships include: Old Navy, Walgreens, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Trade Fair, Unicare, Caribbean Cabana, Burger King, River Fund, and more.
Coordinators Office of Student Activities (COSA)
COSA supports Tiegerman High School’s mission by fostering leadership, inclusion, and engagement through programs and activities that promote personal growth, teamwork, and meaningful student involvement beyond the classroom in collaboration with faculty and community.
Student Government
Tiegerman High School’s Student Government fosters inclusion and empowerment through campaigns, meetings, and trips like City Hall visits—building leadership, advocacy, and mentorship skills while encouraging student voice, confidence, and active participation in school life.
Intramural Athletics
Tiegerman High School’s Intramural Athletics Program offers seasonal sports sessions that promote self-esteem, fitness, and teamwork. Students engage in fun, inclusive activities, fostering peer connection, personal growth, and lifelong healthy habits in a supportive environment.
A day in the life of a Tiegerman Knight!
Newsworthy Events!
Calling All Professionals! Join Us for Career Day on Friday, March 28th! 🌟
We are excited to host Career Day and are actively seeking guest speakers to inspire and guide our students. This is a fantastic opportunity to share your expertise and help prepare the next generation for the workforce. How You Can Participate:💼 Guest Speaker Sessions:Share insights about your career in 15-minute sessions as students rotate and
This Is Queensborough Magazine: January 2025 Edition
In the January Edition of This Is Queensborough Magazine, Irene Scalfani, Director of Development wrote this article about Tiegerman’s 40th Anniversary. This Is Queensborough Magazine is mailed to 2,500+ members of The Queens Chamber of Commerce. The glossy magazine is published by BQE Media. Read the digital PDF here.
An Independent Future for Tiegerman Kids
Tiegerman Schools has created a unique vocational training program that prepares students with developmental disabilities for the world of work. By partnering with PVH retail brands Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, the High School has developed two retail stores within the school so students are provided with the skill set to work in retail upon
PVH CQ
Thank you PVH for including Tiegerman’s School Update to your 2021 issue. This magazine is distributed to all PVH staff, vendors and partners. We are proud of partnership and the work our students contribute each and every day in our stores.