- Clinton Public School
- Welcome Back to School 2023-2024
Department of Special Services
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Dear Parents / Guardians:
As in the past, our Child Study Team is available to assist you in any way they can. In order to effectively monitor your child’s progress, a Child Study Team member has been assigned as a case manager.
Director/LDTC – Dr.Jenine Kastner, jkastner@cpsnj.org, 908-735-8512 ext. 403
School Psychologist – Toni Cespedes, tcespedes@cpsnj.org, 908-735-8512 ext. 402
Social Worker- Lauren Peachey, Lpeachey@cpsnj.org, 908-735-8512, ext 401
We utilize a multidisciplinary approach that encourages the parent(s), students, teachers, paraprofessionals, related service personnel, administrators and any other essential IEP Team members to fully participate in the educational experience and process. Through open communication and collaboration, we are able to establish positive, successful, and productive academic experiences for our students.
When a child needs special education services, the student may be exposed to various interventions, new teaching methods, various services, and meetings. While these approaches and offerings are exciting and open up many opportunities, this process may also be overwhelming at times. To assist in the process of learning about special education programs and process, I have created a special education webpage for parents, teachers, and community members. It will provide you with a deeper understanding of the special education process and resources within our school and community. Also, please see the special education newsletter by clicking on this link: NEWSLETTER 2023.
Please do not hesitate to contact me at any time. I look forward to a wonderful school year full of many success stories and achievements for our students.
Sincerely,
Jenine Kastner
Dr. Jenine Kastner
Director of Special Services
908-735-8512 ext. 400
“Clinton Public School Special Education Programs are a place where students continue to grow and engage in learning in a supportive, community atmosphere with innovation and proven methods of instruction.”
Special Education Staff
Child Study Team:
Director/LDTC – Dr.Jenine Kastner, jkastner@cpsnj.org, 908-735-8512 ext. 403
School Psychologist – Toni Cespedes, tcespedes@cpsnj.org, 908-735-8512 ext. 402
Social Worker- Lauren Peachey, Lpeachey@cpsnj.org, 908-735-8512, ext 401
Administrative Assistant-Veronica Upwood, Vupwood@cpsnj.org, 908-735-8512 ext. 400
Teacher Assignments:
Grade 8 Resource Center- Mrs. Nolan (Math), Mrs. Rizzi (ICS ELA) and Ms. Kish (ELA)
Grade 7 Resource Center- Mrs. Nolan (Math) and Ms. Kish (ELA/ICS ELA)
Grade 6 Resource Center- Mrs. Gallaway (ELA and Math/ICS Math)
Grade 5 Resource Center- Mrs. Nolan (Math) and Mrs. Gallaway (ELA)
Grade 4 Resource Center -Mrs. Rizzi
Grade 3 Resource Center- Mrs. Jordan
Grade 1/2 Resource Center- Mrs. Brownell
Grade K Resource Center- Mrs. Brownell
SOAR-Specialized Program- Ms. Zengel
BRIDGES-Specialized Program-Mrs. Pignio/Mrs. Schorr
Preschool Program- Ms. Hill
Occupational Therapist- Mrs. Sinagra
Physical Therapist- Mrs. Best
Speech and Language Therapists- Mrs. Vazquez and Mrs. Thomas
Dr. Jenine Kastner
Director of Special Services
908-735-8512 ext. 400
