Dear SVUSD Families,
Welcome to the Special Education Department at Scotts Valley Unified School District. We look forward to partnering with you, your child, and our education team to guarantee your student gets the best education support and services needed to be a successful learner.
Sincerely,
Amy Churchill, Director of Special Education
If you suspect your child has a disability, do not hesitate to contact our department or your site administrator.
Early detection and intervention is important!
Amy Churchill
Director of Special Education
831-438-1820
Ext: 123
Special Education is a specialized instruction provided for children from birth to age 22 who qualify according to the laws and regulations outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004). In accordance with State and Federal law, SVUSD offers a range of Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) programs based on student needs.
Christina Vienola
Administrative Assistant
Student Services
Ext: 102
Director of Special Education Amy Churchill | Administrative Assistant Christina Vienola |
Occupational Therapist Nicole Melwani | School Psychologist/Program Specialist Sonia Rodriguez |
Adapted Physical Education Teacher Lewis LaHood | School Psychologist/Program Specialist Juliet Drumm |
School Psychologist Marilyn Veincentozs |
Resource Specialist Edie Creamer | Special Day Class Teacher Samantha Nielsen |
Speech Language Pathologist Georgia Stein | Special Day Class Teacher Meghann Gelter |
Resource Specialist Stacey Barros |
Speech Language Pathologist Kirsten Maure |
Resource Specialist Emma Thorpe | Resource Specialist Katie Payne |
Speech Language Pathologist Caroline Norton | Special Day Class Teacher/Educational Specialist Denise Gorelick |
Resource Specialist Cheryl Ruyle | Resource Specialist Glenn Soto |
Speech Language Pathologist Caroline Norton | Special Day Class Teacher Jenny Daniels |