Special Education

Special Education Services provided in the LVSD include: Life Skills/Autistic Support/Learning Support/ Elementary SAP, CST (Child Study Team/MDE Team), Speech/Language Support, Vision/Hearing Support, and Gifted Support.

Learners are determined to be exceptional through a comprehensive evaluation process which is conducted by a Multidisciplinary Team known as the "Child Study Team" (CST) and or Multidisciplinary Team (MDE). The school psychologist and other professional staff who may be involved with the child may also participate on this team.

All learners suspected to be exceptional must pass through a three-part screening process which includes:

1. Level 1 -- a review of learner records and history including attendance and State Assessment (PSSA) results

2. Level 2 -- speech/language, vision/hearing screening; developmental history

3. Level 3 -- Child Study Team process--problem-solving/30 day review/60 day review Learners may be determined eligible for specially designed instruction if:

1. They have a physical, sensory, mental or emotional disability, or are mentally gifted

AND

2. They need special education as determined by an Individualized Education Program (IEP) team. THEY MUST MEET BOTH CRITERIA.

In Pennsylvania, ALL EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN have the right to a FREE AND APPROPRIATE PUBLIC EDUCATION (FAPE).

Section 504 of the Rehab. Act of 1973 Children with disabilities which substantially limit their participation in or access to school programs, BUT who DO NOT qualify for special education, may qualify for reasonable accommodations in the regular classroom.

SPECIAL EDUCATION STAFF:

Edward Moran--Director of Pupil Personnel Services/LEA

Rachel Campbell--School Psychologist

Chris Theys -- Principal/LEA

Amy Salay--Counselor/LEA designee

LEARNING SUPPORT for Differentiated Instruction:

Linda Kalp-- Grades K-3

Karen Frank-- Grades 4,5

Melanie Treszak --Life Skills

Lindsey Rensko--Life Skills

VISION/HEARING -- Deneen Herrholtz -- School Nurse

WIU #7--Early Intervention Services

Speech/Language-- Margaret Munsch

GIFTED SUPPORT-- Don Bakewell

Please contact the counselor via phone or e-mail for further information and/or evaluation procedures.