Welcome to the Child Study Team (CST) of Brielle Elementary. We are a multidisciplinary team who work with parents, teachers, and students to understand individual student's unique learning needs, and to determine their eligibility for special education services and supports.  We are full time at Brielle, and look forward to better serving your child's educational needs.  Please feel free to contact us (see below) during school hours.

The members of our team are:

• Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant
• Kristen Solomon, M.A., LDTC - ksolomon@brielle.k12.nj.us  
  • Makes an educational assessment of learning strengths and weaknesses and academic levels, and assists in recommending appropriate teaching/learning methods and strategies
    • 732-528-6400 X23

 

• School Psychologist
• Pamela Steinert, Ph.D.- psteinert@brielle.k12.nj.us  
  • Determines cognitive, emotional, and social functioning
  • Provides behavioral consultation
    • 732-528-6400 X206

 

• Social Worker
• Adrienne Mahon, M.S.W.- amahon@brielle.k12.nj.us
  • Acts as liaison between school, home, and community 
  • Facilitates social skills groups, co-leads peer leadership program, and offers individual counseling for students in need
    • 732-528-6400 X236

 

The special needs students at Brielle Elementary receive supportive instruction in the least restrictive environment. Classroom aides, in-class resource teachers and resource center placements enable students to receive the appropriate level of support in both regular education and special education. The Child Study Team works closely with all teachers to ensure quality of service.