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District reports expansion of special education supports and early childhood improvements
Summary
District Student Services reported expanded co-teaching, launch of "Facilitated IEPs," newly renovated early childhood spaces and a sensory room in planning. Administration listed six new special education hires and role changes on Sept. 11, 2025.
Dean Pappas presented the Student Services report, saying the special education department is refocusing on Mission, Vision and Goals and has expanded co-teaching across the district. Pappas said the district launched "Facilitated IEPs" with the intent of creating more collaborative meetings for families and IEP teams.
Pappas reported that early childhood staff, students and parents are "loving their newly renovated spaces," and the district is purchasing equipment for a sensory room to support movement and therapies. He also noted staffing updates: the district welcomed six new Special Education staff members (Max Bliese, Julie Mason, Allegra Miller, Janeen Musillami, Sam Peterson and Allie Reardon). Katie Johns moved from District Behavior Coach to SPED Coordinator; Charlotte Belsan transitioned from ECE paraprofessional to ECE classroom teacher.
On English Language Learners, Pappas told the board that 10% of ELL students met proficiency criteria on the ACCESS test; most recent cohorts included students exiting the program after multiple years. The report emphasized continued emphasis on co-teaching and newcomer programming.
