Pupil Services
- Contact
- District Wellness
- Equity & Diversity
- General Information
- Glossary of Special Education Terms
- Homeless Act - McKinney Vento Act
- Notice To Parents & Guardians
- Primary Services
- Related Services
- Resources
Contact
Mr. Neil Evans, Interim Director of Pupil Services | nevans@mnsd.org 610.359.4261 |
Lisa Bradley, Secretary |
lbradley@mnsd.org |
Dr. Heather Logue, Supervisor of Special Education |
hlogue@mnsd.org 610.359.4216 |
Sherri Molinaro, Secretary | smolinaro@mnsd.org 610-359-4200 ext. 7717 |
Lynne Hansell, Medical Access Secretary |
lhansell@mnsd.org |
Jacqueline Litz, LSW, Home and School Visitor |
jlitz@mnsd.org |
Teri Werner, Student Registration/Child Accountant |
twerner@mnsd.org |
The public school districts and charter schools of Delaware County Pennsylvania and the Delaware County Intermediate Unit provide special education and related service to resident children with disabilities who are ages three through twenty-one. A complete notice of special education services is available for viewing at the District Special Education Office, Room 210 Gauntlett Center, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, 19073, and in each District school's main office.
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District Wellness
Equity & Diversity
Mission:
The mission of the Marple Newtown School District Equity and Diversity Committee is to foster inclusivity, promote equity for marginalized groups, and to facilitate a culture where diversity, equity and inclusion are respected and intentionally valued.
Vision:
We envision a District where:
- All community members are visible, valued, and heard
- All students are celebrated
- All students are provided the opportunity to achieve at high levels
- The district and the community work collaboratively to move issues of race and equity forward
- All faculty members reflect on their critical roles in creating an inclusive culture
- Our curriculum represents a wide variety of diversity
Who: K-12 teachers and administrators, MNSD community members, MNSD students
What: An intentional community of people dedicated to exploring how to work together on issues of race, equity, inclusivity, and diversity
Where: Regular meetings to be determined
Why: To ensure all stakeholders have a voice in important matters of race, equity, inclusivity, and diversity. To promote and value all students and community members.
DISTRICT EQUITY AND DIVERSITY TASK FORCE
Neil Evans – Chairperson | Dr. Constance Bompadre – Asst. Superintendent |
Dr. Tina Kane – Superintendent |
James Wigo – Principal Culbertson Elem. Sch. |
Stephanie Sturdivant – Principal Worrall Sch. |
Jaime Smyth – Principal Loomis Elem. Sch. |
Dr. Dorie Martin-Pitone – Dir. Teach and Learn | Dennis Reardon – Principal Russell Elem. Sch. |
John Beltrante – Principal Marple Newtown H.S. | Mr. Dan Hyland – Asst. Principal Paxon M.S. |
Mr. Barry Williams – Dir. of School Safety |
General Information
Special Education: An education program individually designed for an exceptional student. A special education professional is directly involved as either a consultant, a service provider or a classroom teacher.
1. The student must have an identified physical, sensory, mental or emotional disability or be mentally gifted.
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Glossary of Special Education Terms
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Homeless Act - McKinney Vento Act
The McKinney–Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act guarantees a free and appropriate public education for all homeless children and youth. B.E.C. 42 U.S.C. 11431 outlines procedures for deciding school placement, enrolling students, and determining responsibility. Federal and state laws make our responsibility clear. With the huge number of homeless children currently attending Philadelphia public schools, we must provide proper educational support and services. McKinney-Vento Act Basics At-a-Glance:What is the definition of a “homeless youth” under McKinney-Vento? “Homeless” is defined as “anyone lacking a fixed, adequate, regular nighttime residence.” What situations fit this definition?
How does McKinney-Vento help these students? The law makes sure that these students receive a free and suitable public education by removing barriers to school enrollment and full, basic, daily participation in school activities. This includes:
Where can I find more information for Pennsylvania? You can visit the PA EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS site. |
Notice To Parents & Guardians
From: The Offices of Pupil Services & Special Education Dear Parent/Guardian, If you believe that your son/daughter is having difficulties with learning, socialization or controlling his/her behavior in school and these difficulties are having a negative impact on your child’s academic performance you are advised to contact the Offices of Pupil Services and Special Education to speak to an administrator regarding your concerns. You may also contact the Principal or any professional at your child’s school. PA CODE CHAPTER 15 PROTECTED HANDICAPPED STUDENTS PA CODE CHAPTER 16 SPECIAL EDUCATION FOR GIFTED STUDENTS |
Primary Services
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Related Services
Services provided to an exceptional student in addition to classroom instruction that support the student. Appropriate related services are determined by the IEP Team, and may include:
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