Our Services
IEP Review
Consultation with School Personnel
School/Family Collaboration
Understanding Part 200 Regulations
CSE Representation
Evaluation Analysis
Service Recommendations
Guidance to Community Supports
Teaching Parents How to Advocate for Their Children
Due Process Support
We also can present to your PTA, SEPTA, or other parent organizations on a variety of special education topics. Let us know what your organization needs and we will be happy to create a presentation for you!
Our Advocates
Triesha Foglia-Edwards
Triesha started her educational career in 1992 as a school psychologist, evaluating students to determine special education eligibility as well as providing counseling for students' emotional needs. She received her certification as a school district administrator in 2004, and is a chairperson for the Committees on Special Education and Preschool Special Education. Triesha is well-versed in the laws and regulations that govern special education and the rights that special needs children and their families are entitled to.
Patricia Schuppe
Patty began teaching special education in 1990. She has worked with all grade levels from preschool to high school, as well as with Early Intervention services for children age 2 and under. Patty also has personal experience as the parent of a special needs child. She brings her experience from both the school and parent perspectives to help you understand what services will benefit your child, and how to take some of the stress out of parenting a child with special needs.
Lea Morganstein
Lea started her education career in 1984 teaching students that were court placed in a residential facility, always being sure to be an advocate for the students she worked with. With over 35 years’ experience in special education, Lea has worked as a special education teacher, academic evaluator, Assistant Director of Special Education and Director of Special Education. Lea has been a CSE chairperson since 1990 and brings her expertise and experience in chairing CSE/ CPSE and 504 meetings prioritizing a child’s educational needs, providing the supports they require and maintaining a positive relationship with the families she works with.
Christine Ireland
Christine began her teaching career in 2004. Shortly after she started, she was given an opportunity to work with high school students in a vocational setting. She developed a passion for working with special needs students, and with helping them transition out of high school to achieve their post-secondary goals. Christine also has a child with special needs, which allows her to better understand the challenges of navigating the world of IEPs. Christine brings her knowledge as a teacher and parent to help other parents achieve success for their children.
Sarah Decker
Sarah began her educational career in 2010. Sarah has worked with both general education and special education students at the elementary level as well as students with sensory needs at the middle and high school level. As a parent of a special needs student, she understands the importance of having support to get your children what they need to succeed. Sarah brings her experience from both the classroom and as parent to help families receive the services their children are entitled to.
Rosanny Rivera
Rosanny began her educational career in 2011 working as an educator in Early Childhood Education under the Office of Head Start. Understanding the value of the Whole Family Approach, Rosanny explored opportunities to help children and their families as a unit, meet their educational needs. Rosanny’s passion for helping others continued to grow as she worked in several nonprofits seeking to empower and encourage students and families to be advocates for their needs. Rosanny’s advanced fluency in Spanish has allowed her to support families from other countries, learn and navigate the educational systems in New York. As a Bilingual Care Manager, Rosanny has supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to manage their overall care. Rosanny brings her experience from the classroom, the nonprofit sector, and her work through the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities to aid families seeking to meet the needs of their children.
Christine Sharpe
Christine is a Special Education teacher who specializes in working with students who have experienced trauma and are learning to thrive despite their challenges. Christine has been a special educator for over 20 years. She currently resides in Poughkeepsie, NY with her husband Ryan and her 4 children. As an educator, she is passionate about ensuring that her students get the supports and services they need to excel. As a parent who has seen her child through the evaluation process, she exhibits compassion when interacting with families. Christine believes that all children can experience success when surrounded by people and environments committed to their growth.
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