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Welcome to Student Services
The Manchester-Essex Regional School District is dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners through high quality student services programming for students in grades PK-12. These supportive services and accommodations are designed to provide access to educational programming for children with disabilities in compliance with federal and state regulations. In collaboration with principals, the special education coordinator and chairpersons, guidance counselors, and Section 504 coordinators, the Director of Student Services oversees the following programs:
Special Education
Section 504
Health Services
Counseling
Pre-kindergarten
English Language Learners
Home/Hospital Tutoring
Contacts
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Student Services District Office
Manchester-Essex Regional School District
36 Lincoln Street, Manchester, MA 10944
978-525-6060
Dr. Allison Collins, Director of Student Services
Rosie Read, Administrative Assistant
Shelley Mullarkey, Administrative Assistant
Special Education Contacts:Essex Elementary
Holly George, Special Education Chairperson
Dr. Debi Welling, School Psychologist
978-768-7324
Manchester Memorial Elementary
Holly George, Special Education Chairperson
Dr. Kathleen Pennoyer, School Psychologist
978-526-1908
Middle/High School
Jean Tarricone, Special Education Coordinator
978-525-6480
Dr. Kate McGravey, School Psychologist
978-525-6484
Districtwide ProgramsEnglish Language Learner Program Contact:
Leslie Beaulieu, ELL Coordinator and Teacher
978-526-4412
More information on district staff roles and parent resources is provided via the link below.Special Education Resources for Parents
MERSD SEPAC
MERSD SEPAC currently meets on the third Thursday of the month via zoom. To RSVP and receive a link, contact mersdsepac@mersd.org.
Helpful Links
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Family Ties of Massachusetts
This free program provides information, resources, and parent-to-parent support for any parent struggling with a new diagnosis or decision-making on behalf of a child with special needs.
