P256Q @ PS333
P256Q "Kids First, High Expectations, No Excuses"
P256Q @ PS333
About us
P256Q@PS333Q is a co-located elementary school program consisting of five self-contained classes from Kindergarten through the 5th grade. Our program implements the Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication related handicapped CHildren (TEACCH) methodology while following both standardized and alternate assessment curricula aligned to the Next Generations Standards.
Our students enjoy experiences in the visual arts, 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:
6:1:1, 8:1:1, 12:1:1
SCHOOL YEAR 2025-2026
| Name | Position/Class |
|---|---|
| ADMINISTRATION | |
| Kris Melbourne | Assistant Principal |
| Melissa Braunworth | Unit Coordinator |
| FACULTY | |
| Alissa King | 6.1.1 |
| Teresa Delgado | 6:1:1 |
| Morgan Summers | 6:1:1 |
| Megan Messina | 6:1:1 |
| Brianna O’Connell | 6:1:1 |
| Malgorzata Siatkowska | 6:1:1 |
| Kerry Divilly | 6:1:1 |
| Emily Mooney | 8:1:1 |
| Natalie Paul | 8:1:1 |
| Michele Samuda | 8.1.1 |
| David Odangla | 8.1.1 |
| Olivia Goldberg | 12:1:1 |
| Brendan McQuillan | Adapted Physical Education |
| Liana Baron | Technology/STEM |
| Mary Edwards | Adaptive Physical Education |
| Natalie Romano | Science |
| Denise Metzguer-Schiro | Science |
| Clare King | Technology Coordinator |
| SUPPORT SERVICES | |
| Joel Jones | Paraprofessional |
| Jada McGhaney | Paraprofessional |
| Alliyah Ware | Paraprofessional |
| Shea Pires | Paraprofessional |
| Chelsea Kellar | Paraprofessional |
| Francine Ahern | Paraprofessional |
| Angela Petrocelli | Paraprofessional |
| Arminda Motondo | Paraprofessional |
| Ayleia Shields | Paraprofessional |
| Jasmin Williams | Paraprofessional |
| Caroline Brennan | Paraprofessional |
| Brandon Munoz | Paraprofessional |
| Katelyn Henningson | Paraprofessional |
| Patricia O'Sullivan | Paraprofessional |
| Casey Hila | Paraprofessional |
| Jeanne Schloen | Speech Therapist |
| Kaitlyn McVeigh | Speech Therapist |
| Victoria Hytell | Speech Therapist |
| Lauren Levy | Speech Therapist |
| Christina Pena | Occupational Therapist |
| Kaitlyn Tracey | Occupational Therapist |
| Amy Talbot | Occupational Therapist |
| Svetlana Prokopenko | Occupational Therapist |
| Christine Power | Occupational Therapist |
| Claudia Cunha Grant | Physical Therapist |
| Lauren Dougherty | Physical Therapist |
| Gina Korolczuk | Counselor |
| Tzirel Smulevitz | School Psychologist |
| Diane McNoble | Payroll Secretary |
| Rebecca Mentor | ENL Teacher |
| Chestine Barrett | School Nurse |
| Joanne Kane | School Aide |
Kris Melbourne
Asst. Principal
Melissa Braunworth
Unit Coordinator
P256 @ PS333
3-65 Beach 56th Street
Arverne, NY 11692
Phone: 718-634-0401
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