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Preschool Special Education at the Preakness Early Childhood Center
Preschool special education services are available for children ages 3-5 with disabilities or delays in development that affect learning. These services which include transportation are provided free of charge to eligible children only. To be eligible for special education services in preschool, a child must be between 3-5 years old and have a 33% delay in one area or a 25% delay in two or more of the following areas: physical, cognitive, communication, social/emotional, and adaptive. Additionally, the child must require special education and related services per N.J.A.C. 6A:14-3.5 (c) (10).
Resources:
- Preakness ECC: https://www.wayneschools.com/Domain/3467
- Wayne Special Parents Association: https://www.wayneschools.com/domain/41
- Wayne School District: https://www.wayneschools.com/
- Parental Rights in Special Education: https://www.nj.gov/education/specialed/form/prise/
Important Contacts:Principal Dr. Jessica Hammond
973-968-7400
Secretary Ms. Sheri-Ann Palmieri
973-968-7400
Nurse Mrs. Brienne Trignano
973-968-7400 ext. 2
Child Study Team:
Dr. Jessica Haftek, School Psychologist
973-968-7400 ext 2680
Mrs. Caitlin Gilmore, Speech & Language Pathologist
973-968-7400 ext. 2681
Mrs. Deb Patalita. Learning Disabilities Teaching Consultant
973-968-7400 ext. 2682
Mrs. Gianna Dicristina, School Social Worker
973-968-7400 ext. 2683
Transportation WTPS_transportation@wayneschools.com 973-633-3139 x10
