Office of Pupil Services and Special Education

The Office of Pupil Personnel Services provides and supports a variety of school based prevention, intervention and educationally based services to support all students in becoming effective learners and productive members of society. Pupil Personnel Services includes Special Education Teachers, Para Professionals, Psychologists, Social Workers, Speech/Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, BCBA’s, Nurses, School Counselors, and contracted educational consultants and/or service providers.

 

Pupil Personnel Services Mission

The Mission of the Office of Pupil Personnel Services is to work in partnership with students, parents/guardians, community members/agencies, healthcare providers, and educator colleagues to develop and implement a comprehensive integrated educational program of instructional and social/emotional services. This on-going collaboration will support the academic achievement, social/emotional, physical health, and well-being of all students in a safe and respectful school environment. The Office of Pupil Personnel Services also strives to ensure that students with IEP’s receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE) in order to prepare them for post secondary education or training, employment, independent living, and community participation.

 

Interim Director of Pupil Personnel Services: 
Karen Habegger-khabegger@hamden.org

Office: 203.407.2220

Fax: 203-407-2101

 

Assistant Director of Pupil Services:
Michael McDermmott- mmcdermott@hamden.org

Office: 203.407.2220

Fax: 203-407-2101
 

Pupil Services Administrative Team: 

Judy Antignani- Birth to Three, Pre K, Alice Peck Programs
203-407-2010

 

Asia Thompson, Coordinator of Elementary Special Education
203-407-2222

 

Amy Shaver- Elementary Special Ed/ Wintergreen Program Coordinator 
203-407-2133    

 

Christen Papallo, Coordinator of Secondary Special Education (Grades 7-12) 
203-407-3405           

 

Emily McCann- Records Clerk
203-407-2225  
         

Beth Uscilla Transportation Clerk 
203-407-2224       

 

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