Schools

Preschool : Shelter Rock : Munsey Park : Middle School : High School

Preschool

Preschool refers to students ages three through five years old. If the student received early intervention services as an infant or toddler up to age three, and may continue to need special education services, your service coordinator will assist you with transition planning and making a referral to the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE).

If the preschool-age student (3-5 years old) did not receive early intervention services, but has some delays in development such as difficulty in talking, moving around, thinking, or learning or is facing physical or behavioral challenges — you may make a referral to the chairperson of the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) who will assist you in completing the referral and evaluation process.

If you are zoned for Munsey Park Elementary School, you will contact school psychologist, Mrs. Kim Marie Jappell at (516) 267-7426.
If you are zoned for Shelter Rock Elementary School, you will contact school psychologist, Mrs. Anne Soldano at (516) 267-7459 .

For more information on the CPSE referral and evaluation process, please refer to CPSE Meeting Preparation.

Once you have completed the evaluation process, the CPSE will meet and make a recommendation. If it is determined that the student has a disability that may be affecting his or her learning, the CPSE will find him or her to be an eligible "preschool student with a disability.” The CPSE sets measurable annual goals for the student and recommends the program or services to meet the student's individual needs, where they will be provided, how often and for how long in their Individual Education Program (IEP). The recommendations will be forwarded to the Manhasset Board of Education for approval.

Many preschool students with disabilities can receive the special education services they need in settings with their nondisabled peers in a local preschool environment where they are able to participate in developmentally appropriate activities. The CPSE must consider how to provide the services in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).

An eligible student may receive one or more of the following special education programs and/or services recommended by the CPSE including, but not limited to:

Related Services
Speech Therapy (ST)
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Physical Therapy (PT)
Assistive technology
Parent Training
Counseling

Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT) - a special education teacher works with a child in a setting recommended by the CPSE.
Special Class in an Integrated Setting - a class with preschool students with and without disabilities.
Center-Based Special Class - a class with only children with disabilities in a therapeutic environment.

Both Special Class settings involve an eligible student requiring a more restrictive environment than a typical preschool can provide. It this is the recommendation of the CPSE, they will have a list of approved schools and providers for the parent to review. The facilities often offer tours. Parents should feel free to contact members of the PASE Board with any questions regarding this process.

Shelter Rock

Shelter Rock Elementary School is one of the two elementary schools in the Manhasset School District. Shelter Rock includes Kindergarten through 6th grade.

A student must meet the criteria of one of the thirteen classifications defined by law in order to be classified as a special education student. The process of classification and placement are determined by the Committee on Special Education (CSE). (Note: For more information regarding this process, please refer to the IEP Information and Legislation sections of our website.)

There are a range of settings or placement options for classified students at Shelter Rock. The options range from the most restrictive setting of a self-contained class to a mainstream placement with a various levels of support. Support can include a co-teach model (for grades K through 2), direct or indirect Teacher Consultant services or special class (small group) pull-outs for Language Arts and Math (for grades 3 through 6). The placement and support are based on individual needs of the student as specified in their Individual Education Plan ("IEP").

For the 2010-2011 School Year (to be finalized by the end of July'10):
Shelter Rock will have two self-contained or small class programs. The programs have various student-to-teacher-to-teaching assistant ratios. Both classes will have a 12:1:2 ratio with a maximum of 12 students, 1 special education teacher, and 2 teaching assistants.

Shelter Rock will have two integrated co-teaching classes at the kindergarten level, for 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade and 6th grade for those students who qualify based on their IEPs. There will be one integrated co-teaching class for 4th grade for those students who qualify based on their IEPs. Not more than one-third of each class consists of special education students. The 4.5 hours of primary instruction in these classes are taught by a general education teacher and a special education teacher or a teaching assistant.

For the 2009-2010 School Year:
Shelter Rock has three self-contained or small class programs. The programs have various student-to-teacher-to-teaching assistant ratios. There will not be an 8:1:3 class this year. All three classes will have a 12:1:2 ratio with a maximum of 12 students, 1 special education teacher, and 2 teaching assistants. There is one 12:1:2 Kindergarten-1st grade class taught by Ms. Susan Shea; one 12:1:2 2nd grade class taught by Ms. Erin McCormack, and one 12-1-2 3rd-4th grade class taught by Mr. Sean Miller.

In addition, Shelter Rock will have two integrated co-teaching classes at the kindergarten level, two classes for 1st grade and two for 2nd grade, for those students who qualify based on their IEPs. Not more than one-third of each class consists of special education students. The 4.5 hours of primary instruction in these classes are taught by a general education teacher and a special education teacher or a teaching assistant. The special education teacher and teaching assistant alternate between the two classes. Mrs. Barbara McGlone is the special education teacher for kindergarten, Mrs. Fern Mann for 1st Grade and Mrs. Janice Rosenberg for 2nd grade.

Related Services
Speech Therapists are on staff. Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists are hired each year as consultants for the district. Therapies are conducted as pull-outs or push-ins to the classroom during the school day. Depending upon a student’s IEP, the therapy can be individual (1:1) or group (3:1 or 5:1 ratios).

Counseling is offered by the social worker. Social groups are run by the guidance counselor.

After School Program
The district offers an after school program called Children at Play Plus (“CAPP”) to those students who would have otherwise qualified for special education services at home after school. Children participating in the program work with staff and typical peers primarily on the social goals in their IEP. The program is held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:50 to 4:50.

Communications
In April 2008, members of the PASE Board met with Shelter Rock Principal Robert Geczik and Executive Director of Special Education Allison Rushforth to document the appropriate initial contact person for common questions involving classified children at Shelter Rock. Please refer to the following document: Guidelines/Flow Chart for Questions Regarding Classified Students

Contact Information
Special Education Faculty: 267-7450
Karen Ferby-Guy (4th Grade)
Deborah Franciotti (3rd Grade)
Florence Harrington
Fern Mann (1st Grade)
Erin McCormack (2nd Grade self contained)
Barbara McGlone (Kindergarten)
Sean Miller (3-4 self contained)
Alice Moss (6th Grade)
Janice Rosenberg (2nd Grade)
Michelle Salmeron (5th & 6th Grade)
Susan Shea (K-1 self contained)

School Psychologists:
Mrs. Anne Soldano (CPSE, K, 1)--267-7459
Dr. Sheri Lindner (2-6)--267-7469

Speech Therapists: 267-7450
Nancy Fender
Jennifer Kaplan
Lynn Prisco
Allison Savocchi
Caroline Valenski

Guidance Counselor: 267-7450 (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Amanda Gimondo

School Social Worker: 267-
Jennifer Smith

Munsey Park

Munsey Park Elementary School is one of the two elementary schools in the Manhasset School District. Munsey Park includes Kindergarten through 6th grade.

There are a range of settings or placement options for classified students at Munsey Park. The options range from the most restrictive setting of a self-contained class to a mainstream placement with a various levels of support. Support can include a co-teach model (grades k through 2), direct or indirect Teacher Consultant services or special class (small group) pull-outs for Language Arts and Math (grades 3 through 6). The placement and support are based on individual needs of the student as specified in their Individual Education Plan ("IEP").

For the 2010-2011 School Year (to be finalized by July '10):
Munsey Park will not any self-contained or small class programs.

Munsey Park will have two integrated co-teaching classes at the kindergarten level, for 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade and 6th grade for those students who qualify based on their IEPs. Not more than one-third of each class consists of special education students. The 4.5 hours of primary instruction in these classes are taught by a general education teacher and a special education teacher or a teaching assistant.

For the 2009-2010 School Year:
Munsey Park will have one self-contained or small class program. There is one 12:1:2 Kindergarten-1st grade class taught by Mrs. Ellen Lockman.

In addition, Munsey Park will have two integrated co-teaching classes at the kindergarten level, two classes for 1st grade and two for 2nd grade, for those students who qualify based on their IEPs. Not more than one-third of each class consists of special education students. The 4.5 hours of primary instruction in these classes are taught by a general education teacher and a special education teacher or a teaching assistant. The special education teacher and teaching assistant alternate between the two classes. Mrs. Mary Ann Klein is the special education teacher for kindergarten, Mrs. Michele Tempesta is 1st grade and Mrs. Robin Meyers is 2nd grade.

Contact Information
Special Education Faculty: 267-7405
Rochelle Glick
Mary Ann Klein
Ellen Lockman
Robin Meyers
Marianne O’Donnell
Elizabeth O’Shea
Melissa Vincent

School Psychologists:
Kim Marie Jappell (CPSE, K, 1) --267-7426
Dr. Vicki Klein (2-6)--267-7425

Speech Therapists: 267-7405
Mae Meoli
Edward Rockis
Nancy Gatzoflias

Guidance Counselor: 267-7448 (Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays)
Amanda Gimondo

School Social Worker:
Lori Pietrafesa -- 267-7448

Middle School

Manhasset Middle School consists of 7th and 8th grades.

There are a range of settings or placement options for classified students at the Middle School. First, there are Special Class Programs where the classes are provided, on a daily basis, to students with disabilities who require a small and structured setting to meet their instructional needs in specific content areas.

Second, the Middle School has Integrated Co-Teaching Services to provide academic instruction to a group of students with and without disabilities on a daily basis for Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies. In a six day cycle, a special education teacher is in the class with the general education teacher on alternate days. A teaching assistant is present every day. The teaching assistant is also present in the alternate day support class. The purpose of the support period is to pre-teach and re-teach, breakdown assignments and projects into steps appropriate for the student and to develop study guides.

In addition to the Special Class Programs and Integrated Co-Teaching Services, the Middle School also has the Consultant Teacher Model, Resource Room Programs and Learning Laboratory based on an individual student's needs.

Contact Information
Special Education Faculty: 267-7677
Alex Brobman
Jackie Friedl
Meryl Mittleburg
Lauren Saur
Thomas Schoenig
Kristen Urban

School Psychologist:
Mrs. Marion Sternberg--267-7514

Speech Therapist:
Melissa Slobin -- 267-

High School

Manhasset High School consists of grades 9th through 12th.

A student must meet the criteria of one of the thirteen classifications defined by law in order to be classified as a special education student. The process of classification and placement are determined by the Committee for Special Education (CSE). (Note: For more information regarding this process, please refer to the IEP Information and Legislation sections of our website.)

There are a range of settings or placement options for classified students at the High School. First, there is the Lifeskills Program. The Lifeskills Program has three components: academics, lifeskills, and vocational skills and supports IEP diploma students. For the 2008-2009 School Year, Ms. Rebecca McKee teaches both the academic and lifeskills components of the 6:1:2 class. All students have individualized academic programs and are mainstreamed if appropriate. Functional lifeskills necessary for self care and independent living are taught and include: preparing, shopping and cooking, laundry, common house chores, and personal hygiene. The program also includes frequent trips into the community to practice academic and social skills in the natural environment. Students of the lifeskills class are members of The Outpost, Manhasset’s Student Store. During the day, they work with peer mentors practicing language and social skills necessary to work with their classmates at The Outpost.

The vocational skills are taught by special education teacher Mrs. Meryl Mittleberg with supports from occupational therapist Mindy Markowitz and speech therapist Melissa Slobin. Dr. Bobby Newman, B.C.B.A., is the district consultant for the entire program. The students learn skills necessary for different work environments and then practice those skills at different work-study venues. For example, the Lifeskills class works with the secondary schools recycling program to help keep our schools green, and in the Middle School Library. In addition, the Manhasset School District developed a work-study program with the Children’s Science Museum at Leeds Pond during the past year. Two days a week, Manhasset Students go to the Museum and learn work skills necessary for the daily operations of the Museum. Students have learned skills necessary to run the gift shop, build trails and flower beds, care of museum animals and reptiles, assist in decorating the museum for the different holidays and events.

Second, the High School has Special Class Programs where the classes are provided, on a daily basis, to students with disabilities who require a small and structured setting to meet their instructional needs in specific content areas.

Third, the High School has Integrated Co-Teaching Services to provide academic instruction to a group of students with and without disabilities on a daily basis for Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies. In a six day cycle, a special education teacher is in the class with the general education teacher on alternate days. A teaching assistant is present every day. The teaching assistant is also present in the alternate day support class. The purpose of the support period is to pre-teach and re-teach, breakdown assignments and projects into steps appropriate for the student and to develop study guides.

In addition to the Special Class Programs and Integrated Co-Teaching Services, the High School also has the Consultant Teacher Model, Resource Room Programs and Learning Laboratory based on an individual student's needs.

Contact Information
Special Education Faculty: 267-7677
Rosalind Becker
Lynne Borah
Alexandra Brobmann
Roseanne Buckleman
Francine Drucker
Helen Hausch
Rebecca McKee
Sally Miglio
Meryl Mittleberg
Calvin Shepard

Secondary Level Lead Teacher:
Stewart Grabelsky -- 267-7681

School Psychologist:
Dr. Donald Lee -- 267-7610

Speech Therapist:
Kristin Giorgio -- 267-7450