Allentown School District's Special Education provides programming that meets the needs of every eligible student. Special Education ensures equitable access to flexible programming, a tiered system of supports, transition planning, and meaningful family engagement. These program components are facilitated by high-quality staff focused on preparing all students for valuable post-secondary experiences.
The Allentown School District strives to build special programs specifically tailored to the assessed needs of a student and attempts to deliver those programs in the regular education environment whenever possible and appropriate. The District offers a continuum of services to allow for more independent functioning on the part of the students as they progress through the grades.
The District is committed to working with parents to design the program alternative that most appropriately meets the individual needs of students. All Allentown School District special education programs and services are in compliance with state and federal laws governing this area.
The District operates a majority of the programs for its students with special needs. Some students will participate in programs operated by the Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit along with other nearby programs.
Special Education Hotline
484-765-4280
The Allentown School District has launched a Special Education hotline to support our Virtual Campus families! Call 484-765-4280 (press 1 for Spanish). The hotline will be active from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. During regular school hours, families should contact their teacher or special education facilitator directly.
Executive Director of Special Education
Brian Siket
484-765-4162
District Supervisor of Special Education
Christine Piripavel
District Supervisor of Special Education
Rashida Larkin
District Supervisor of Special Education
Lauren Santayana
District Supervisor of Special Education
Patti Bower
Special Education Facilitators
Elementary
Jason Brakeman
Matt Bronson
Stephanie Greczek
John Keet
Kerry Murgitroyde
Lauren Wynne
Middle School
Karen Baurkot
Sara Gillette
Jennifer Schwartz
Robin McDaniel
High School
Jillian Derhammer
Kristen Horn
Samantha Piller