The Office for Student Support & Special Education
Welcome to the Office for Student Support and Special Education Website
The Office of Student Support and Special Education supports and addresses the social, emotional, physical, and educational components of each student's education. We are responsible for coordinating services including the District’s Committees for Special Education at the preschool, elementary and secondary levels for all resident students who qualify for such support. Our office also oversees English as a New Language (ENL) and the Counseling Department.
Our Department includes:
The Office for Student Supports
English as a New Language (English Language Learners [ELLs]/ Multi-Language Learners [MLLs]);
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) (include descriptions of Response to Intervention [RtI] and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports [PBIS]);
Social Work, Psychologists, Speech/language Teachers, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Vision Therapists, Orientation and Mobility Specialists and other Support Staff
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, October 11: Parent University, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Updates for the 2022-2023 School Year
Positive Solutions for Families Training Series: Information & Registration Process: This program is an evidence-based, family-friendly workshop of seven sessions to help support and promote positive and effective parenting behaviors. These workshops will provide information for families on promoting children’s social-emotional skills, understanding their child’s challenging behavior, and using positive approaches to help children learn appropriate behavior. The first session is Friday, October 7.
New Option for Electronic Communications from The Office for Student Support & Special Education

Contact Information
Colleen Agostinoni
Director of the Office for Student Support and Special Education
cagostinoni@rcscsd.org
(518) 756-5200, ext 3033
Kate Thibault
Assistant Director of the Office for Student Support and Special Education
kthibault@rcscsd.org
(518) 756-5200, ext 3082
Janet Wilkins
Office Assistant
jwilkins@rcscsd.org
518-756-5200 x3033
Karyn Perez
Office Assistant
kperez@rcscsd.org
518-756-5200 x3082
Amanda Shader
Office Assistant
ashader@rcscsd.org
518-756-5200 x 3025
Parent Resource Links
Community Resources
Wildwood Continuing Education Program - click here for offerings brochure and registration form
Bring On The Spectrum Community Space and Sensory Gym: Offers social, recreational, and lifestyle activities for neurodiverse individuals in the Capital Region. All ages, all abilities, ALL means ALL.