Ellen Correll
Position
on NAPSA Board: Treasurer & Publications Editor
Position held in District: Superintendent
Educational Background: Masters in Special Education, NY State; School District Administrator Certification
Professional Background: Special Education teacher, committee on Special Education Chairperson, Supervisor of Special Education, Director of Pupil Personnel Services, Interim Assistant Superintendent of Instruction
Unique/Interesting Professional Experiences: In collaboration with local Board of Cooperative Educational Services and Pathways Mental Health Agency, developed a day treatment education program for seriously emotionally disturbed students housed in-district and staffed by one teacher, one mental health therapist and a part-time psychiatrist
Statement of Educational Philosophy: In light of "No Child Left Behind" and the reauthorization of IDEA, I feel it is more important than ever for educators to develop a clear vision of Pre-K to 12 performance standards and accompanying teaching strategies to assure success for all students.