LOWER MERION COMMITTEE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION
The Committee for Special Education (CSE) Is a parent-let volunteer organization serving families of children with IEPs, GIEPs, and or 504 Service Agreements in Lower Merion School District since 1972
WE OFFER INFORMATION, SUPPORT AND RESOURCES THROUGH:
- The CSE Listserv. (Click here to join)
- Monthly Educational Programs (See details below).
- CSE Website with information about laws and policies that affect families of children with educational, social, emotional, or medical needs.
- CSE School Representatives. Each Lower Merion school has volunteer CSE Representatives with whom you can talk to and find out how to get connected and find resources in and around the district.
- Parent Socials. Informal gatherings to meet and share information with other families.
- FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK Lower Merion Committee for Special Education
- Advocacy. CSE helps families advocate for their children to obtain resources and services through training and parent/guardian supports. We work to expand opportunities for children and young adults with special needs.
- Collaboration with LMSD administrators to share parent perspectives, improve programming and policies, and solve problems.
2019-20 Educational Series
CSE Fall Meeting & Social- Oct 15
Come to our fall social/meeting to learn more about the CSE, hear an update on our recent activities, and meet other caregivers of children with GIEP's, IEP's and 504s.
Beverages will be provided, pastries will be available for sale.
WHEN: Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at 7:00 pm meeting; 8:00 pm social
WHERE: GET Cafe; 246 Haverford Ave, Narberth
Located in the heart of Narberth, GET Cafe is a coffee shop with a commitment to the gainful employment of individuals with disabilities.QUESTIONS? Contact CSE President at cse.lmsd@gmail.com
Beverages will be provided, pastries will be available for sale.
WHEN: Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at 7:00 pm meeting; 8:00 pm social
WHERE: GET Cafe; 246 Haverford Ave, Narberth
Located in the heart of Narberth, GET Cafe is a coffee shop with a commitment to the gainful employment of individuals with disabilities.QUESTIONS? Contact CSE President at cse.lmsd@gmail.com
Understanding the Neuropsychological Evaluation- Oct 29
Many families of children with special learning needs have been told by
a physician or other specialist that their child may benefit from a
neuropsychological or “neuropsych” evaluation. The goal of this
presentation is to give the audience an introduction to the field of
neuropsychology and describe the role of the neuropsychologist. Our
aims are to provide an overview of what the goals of such an evaluation
might be, what kinds of referrals we see, and what families can expect
from the evaluation process. We also aim to explain the differences and
similarities between a school-based evaluation and a private
neuropsychological evaluation. Our presenters have experience with
children with all types of medical, genetic, developmental and
psychiatric diagnoses and in both hospital based and private practice
settings. We will also include a panel of parents whose children have
been through the process of neuropsychological evaluation in order to
better understand the patient experience and perspective.
WHO: Dr. Lauren Krivitzky, CHOP
Dr. Emily Perlis, Private Practice
WHEN: Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at 7:00 pm
WHERE: LMSD Administration Building,
Board Room A
301 E. Montgomery Ave., Ardmore*
QUESTIONS? Contact the CSE at cse.lmsd@gmail.com
a physician or other specialist that their child may benefit from a
neuropsychological or “neuropsych” evaluation. The goal of this
presentation is to give the audience an introduction to the field of
neuropsychology and describe the role of the neuropsychologist. Our
aims are to provide an overview of what the goals of such an evaluation
might be, what kinds of referrals we see, and what families can expect
from the evaluation process. We also aim to explain the differences and
similarities between a school-based evaluation and a private
neuropsychological evaluation. Our presenters have experience with
children with all types of medical, genetic, developmental and
psychiatric diagnoses and in both hospital based and private practice
settings. We will also include a panel of parents whose children have
been through the process of neuropsychological evaluation in order to
better understand the patient experience and perspective.
WHO: Dr. Lauren Krivitzky, CHOP
Dr. Emily Perlis, Private Practice
WHEN: Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at 7:00 pm
WHERE: LMSD Administration Building,
Board Room A
301 E. Montgomery Ave., Ardmore*
QUESTIONS? Contact the CSE at cse.lmsd@gmail.com
Speaker Bios:
Lauren Krivitzky, PhD, ABPP-Cn
Dr. Lauren Krivitzky received her doctorate in Clinical and Health Psychology from MCP-Hahnemann University with a specialization in neuropsychology. She completed her internship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute/Johns Hopkins Hospital and her fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Krivitzky is board certified in clinical neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP), with a sub specialization in pediatrics. She is currently the Director of Fellowship and Externship Training at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). She is also a part of the Pediatric Stroke Team at CHOP and specializes in assessment and consultation of children with complex medical conditions and comorbid learning, behavioral, and emotional difficulties.
Dr. Emily Perlis, Psy.D.
Dr. Emily Perlis received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Widener University with specialization in neuropsychology and school psychology. After completing her internship through the Widener University Internship Program, Dr. Perlis spent two years as a post-doctoral fellow in pediatric neuropsychology at the Harvard Medical School: Center for Child and Adolescent Development. Dr. Perlis maintains a private practice in Bryn Mawr, PA and specializes in assessment, diagnosis, and consultation for children and families affected by learning disabilities and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autistic spectrum disorders, nonverbal learning disorders, medical illnesses; genetic and developmental disabilities, and psychiatric/emotional difficulties. She provides services to individuals ages three through young adulthood. Dr. Perlis is a licensed psychologist in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and a certified school psychologist in Pennsylvania.
Lauren Krivitzky, PhD, ABPP-Cn
Dr. Lauren Krivitzky received her doctorate in Clinical and Health Psychology from MCP-Hahnemann University with a specialization in neuropsychology. She completed her internship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute/Johns Hopkins Hospital and her fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Krivitzky is board certified in clinical neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP), with a sub specialization in pediatrics. She is currently the Director of Fellowship and Externship Training at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). She is also a part of the Pediatric Stroke Team at CHOP and specializes in assessment and consultation of children with complex medical conditions and comorbid learning, behavioral, and emotional difficulties.
Dr. Emily Perlis, Psy.D.
Dr. Emily Perlis received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Widener University with specialization in neuropsychology and school psychology. After completing her internship through the Widener University Internship Program, Dr. Perlis spent two years as a post-doctoral fellow in pediatric neuropsychology at the Harvard Medical School: Center for Child and Adolescent Development. Dr. Perlis maintains a private practice in Bryn Mawr, PA and specializes in assessment, diagnosis, and consultation for children and families affected by learning disabilities and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autistic spectrum disorders, nonverbal learning disorders, medical illnesses; genetic and developmental disabilities, and psychiatric/emotional difficulties. She provides services to individuals ages three through young adulthood. Dr. Perlis is a licensed psychologist in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and a certified school psychologist in Pennsylvania.
Please find the tentative schedule below. Check back for updates on topics, speakers and dates.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE for 2019-20 Educational Series:
- SEPTEMBER TOPIC: MEET THE LMSD SPECIAL EDUCATION TEAM
- OCTOBER TOPIC: NEUROPSYCH TESTING
- NOVEMBER TOPIC: TECHNOLOGY AND SETT WEBINAR
- DECEMBER TOPIC: TRANSITION/ COLLEGE
- JANUARY TOPIC: ESY/ SUMMER PANEL
- FEBRUARY TOPIC 1: GIFTED
- FEBRUARY TOPIC 2: PARENT EDUCATION TOPIC WITH ISC (TENTATIVE)
- MARCH TOPIC: INCLUSION IN THE COMMUNITY
- APRIL TOPIC: POLICE/CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
- MAY TOPIC: HEALTH RELATED TOPIC
The CSE welcomes new volunteers. Please contact CSE at cse.lmsd@gmail.com if you would like to be a CSE rep for your school, contribute ideas for programming, or network with other parents.