Mission Statement

The Frank J. Smith Elementary School I&RS Team strives to assist teachers, parents/guardians and staff to promote success for all students. Our team provides available resources and strategies for the overall growth and wellbeing of our students.

• I&RS Administrative Code

• Does my child need the services offered by I&RS?

• Who is on the I&RS Team at my child's school?

  • Matt Tuorto (Principal)

  • Allyson Dalena (I&RS Coordinator and Reading Specialist)

  • Danielle Mariano (Interim I&RS Coordinator and Grade 1 Teacher)

  • Kerri Humphreys (LDTC)

  • Laura Parker (Guidance Counselor)

  • Danielle Mariano (First Grade Teacher)

  • Emily Gencarelli (Speech Therapist)

  • Gianna Rizzitello (Grade 1 Teacher)

  • Karen Ricciardi Grade 1 SE Teacher)

  • Dana Aagaard (Supervisor of C&I)

• What is the difference between I&RS Assistance and a CST Referral?

"Child study teams primarily provide services to students. I&RS teams primarily provide services to staff for the benefit of students"

If you feel your child has a disability and would like to refer them to the Child Study team, please visit the Special Services webpage for more information.