Students Supports Overview
The Department of Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) responds to the changing needs of South Orangetown students and their families through an array of innovative and collaborative programs and services, which encompass the Family Engagement Center, registration, school counseling, school nursing, special education and food pantry. PPS team members are at the forefront of supporting the District’s “whole child” approach to education as the challenges our students face on a daily basis have become increasingly complex.
If your child or family is struggling, please don’t hesitate to reach out for help. The first step is to contact your child’s teacher or school counselor.
Partners
ACCES-VR | Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities
New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
Rockland BOCES Special Education Division
Rockland BOCES Transition Services/Rockland Transition Consortium
Southern Westchester BOCES Special Education Division
Contact
Pupil Personnel Services
South Orangetown Central School District
160 Van Wyck Road
Blauvelt, NY 10913
Karen A. Tesik, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services
(845) 680-1025
Lori Graham
Supervisor of Special Education
(845) 680-1024
Thomas Colgan
CPSE/CSE Chairperson
(845) 680-1057
AJ Walker
Family Engagement Center Coordinator
(845) 680-1137
Olivia Szeker-Cortes
Principal Clerk
(845) 680-1021
Christina Bonavito
Principal Clerk
(845) 680-1027
Kalicha Cameron
Clerk Typist
(845) 680-1056
Katrina Grimshaw
Principal Account Clerk
(845) 680-1026