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| Director of Special Services |
Tyler Day
Tyler.Day@commercialschools.org
856-785-2333 ext 2128 |
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| Social Worker/Case Manager |
Karen Irving
Karen.Irving@commercialschools.org
856-785-2333 ext 2074 |
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| Speech Therapist |
Patrice Burroughs
Patrice.burroughs@commercialschools.org
856-785-2333 ext 1081 |
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| Occupational Therapist |
Kristen Maltman
Kristen.maltman@commercialschools.org
856-785-2333 ext 1066 |
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| Physical Therapist |
Lora Harvey
Lora.harvey@commercialschools.org
856-785-2333 ext 10666 |
The Child Study Team (CST) is a group of professionals in schools who work together to identify and support students who may have learning, behavioral, or developmental challenges. The team’s role is to assess the needs of the child, develop appropriate interventions, and ensure that the student gets the right resources to succeed academically and socially.
Typically, the CST includes:
- Special Education Teacher : Provides insight into specific learning challenges and strategies.
- School Psychologist : Assesses cognitive, emotional, and social development and provides evaluations.
- Social Worker : Offers support with social, emotional, or family-related concerns.
- School Administrator : Ensures that the school's policies and resources align with the needs of the student.
- General Education Teacher : Provides input on the student’s performance and behavior in the classroom.
The process usually starts when a teacher or parent notices that a student is struggling. The team will then meet to review the child's academic performance, behavior, and any other relevant factors. After that, they might recommend interventions such as additional support in the classroom, testing for learning disabilities, or developing a plan for specialized services if needed (e.g., an Individualized Education Program, or IEP).
In special education, related services are additional supports and services that help students with disabilities benefit from their Individualized Education Program (IEP) . These services are provided alongside special education instruction to address the student's specific needs.
Common Related Services in Special Education :
- Speech-Language Therapy (SLT) – Helps with speech, language,and communication.
- Occupational Therapy (OT) – Focuses on fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living skills.
- Physical Therapy (PT) – Assists with mobility, posture, balance, and coordination.
- Counseling Services – Supports emotional, social, and behavioral well-being.
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