P256Q @ 438
P256Q "Kids First, High Expectations, No Excuses"
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P256Q @ 438
About us
P256Q@438 is a self-contained building, which houses eleven classes ranging from Pre-K through the 5th grade; we also have an inclusion program housed across the street within PS114Q. Our program implements the Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication related handicapped Children (TEACCH) methodology while following an alternate assessment curricula, that is aligned to Common Core Learning Standards (CCLS). Our students enjoy experiences in the visual arts, music, physical education and science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) based activities. We also host various special events and field trips to explore the community, which are supported by our teachers and related service providers.
Ratios served include: 8:1:2, 6:1:1, 8:1:1, 12:1:1 and 8:1.
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SCHOOL YEAR 2025-2026
| Name | Position/Class |
|---|---|
| ADMINISTRATION | |
| Amanda Gorski | Assistant Principal |
| Shannon Russell | Unit Coordinator |
| FACULTY | |
| Danielle Rullo | Pre-K |
| Natasha Reilly | 6.1.1 |
| Diane Sunde | 6.1.1 |
| Elizabeth Tabb | 6.1.1 |
| Katie Pastina | 6:1:1 |
| Anna Gianotti | 6:1:1 |
| Maggie McMahon | 6:1:1 |
| Zachary Beloten | 8.1.1 |
| Peter Holmes | 8.1.1 |
| Jennifer Alicea | 12:1:1 |
| Kim Donaldson | 12:1:1 |
| Joseph Modica | Physical Education |
| Elizabeth McCarthy | D75 Inclusion at 114Q |
| TBD | Science |
| Casey Ann Brouder | Art |
| Jessie Gallagher | Adapted Physical Education |
| SUPPORT SERVICES | |
| Kleo Berlingieri | Paraprofessional |
| Amy Cohen | Paraprofessional |
| Karen Allen | Paraprofessional |
| Annabella Frias | Paraprofessional |
| Teresa Houck | Paraprofessional |
| Ivon Jules | Paraprofessional |
| Terrell Leach | Paraprofessional |
| Maura McGuire | Paraprofessional |
| Jason McMilleon | Paraprofessional |
| Marguerite Moran | Paraprofessional |
| Carolann Moynihan | Paraprofessional |
| Helen Renda | Paraprofessional |
| Debra VanDexter | Paraprofessional |
| Catherine White | Paraprofessional |
| Tara Vasselman | Paraprofessional |
| Vera Isola | Paraprofessional |
| Mary Catherine Tuohy | Paraprofessional |
| Stephanie Hahn | Paraprofessional |
| Toni Peters | Paraprofessional |
| Kathy Ryan | Paraprofessional |
| Polly Manikakis | Speech Therapist |
| Christine Schneider | Speech Therapist |
| Cynthia Cutrona | Occupational Therapist |
| Tedra LaPierre | Occupational Therapist |
| Laura Cantwell | Occupational Therapist |
| Harriet Scholnick | Occupational Therapist |
| Karen Ronen | Physical Therapist |
| Annemarie Bogart | Nurse |
| Victoria Bruce | Counselor |
| Nicole Luccisano | School Psychologist |
| TBD | ENL Teacher |
| Teresa Castro | Speech Therapist |
| Keyah Patterson | Speech Therapist |
| Lisa Nies | School Aide |
| Kimala Young | Safety Agent |


Amanda Gorski
Asst. Principal
Shannon Russell
Unit Coordinator
P256Q @ 438
445 Beach 135th Street
Belle Harbor, New York 11694
Phone: 718-673-6070
Fax: 718-673-6073







