P256Q@PS43 is a co-located elementary and middle school program consisting of 15 self-contained classes from Kindergarten through the 8th grade. We also work collaboratively with PS43Q in the inclusion program.
Our program services both alternate and standardized assessment students. Our program for our alternate assessment students implements the Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication related handicapped Children (TEACCH).
Our alternate assessment and standardized students follow a curricula that are aligned with the Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS).
Our students participate in field trips and special events throughout the school to help them build prior knowledge and explore the community.
Ratios served include:
6:1+18:1+112:1+1Inclusion
Stay connected with family support meetings, important dates, and monthly updates from P256Q @ PS43.
Family Support Group
October 23 at 11:00 AM
To join the Family Support Group meeting: scan the QR code shown on the October newsletter.
| Name | Position/Class |
|---|---|
| ADMINISTRATION | |
| Dawn Morgan | Assistant Principal |
| Maryann DiBartolomeo | Unit Coordinator |
| Rory Omara | Dean |
| FACULTY | |
| Regina Cardo | NYSAA |
| Lona Kaplan-Werner | STANDARDIZED |
| Erin McMahon | NYSAA |
| Michele Trageser | NYSAA |
| Kristen Twibell | NYSAA |
| Dorenda Batts | STANDARDIZED |
| Daniel McAree | NYSAA |
| Willie Beverly | STANDARDIZED |
| Michael Harper | STANDARDIZED |
| Kanema Raymond | STANDARDIZED |
| Nelly Medina | STANDARDIZED |
| Jack Werther | STANDARDIZED |
| Ian Victor | STANDARDIZED |
| Kelly Hudson | STANDARDIZED |
| Janine Williams | STANDARDIZED |
| Lauren Fitzmartin | NYSAA |
| Rochelle Burg | NYSAA |
| Abiola Victor | School Nurse |
| CLUSTERS | |
| Maribeth Cacchioli | Dance |
| Tracey Fink | Health |
| Pamela Fox | SEL / PBIS |
| Jeanette Mueller | Computer Science |
| Casey Twibell | APE |
| Meryl Willner | Art |
| Doug Wasserman | Physical Education |
| SUPPORT SERVICES | |
| Kelly Bailey | Paraprofessional |
| Joyce Cooper | Paraprofessional |
| Margaret Debona | Paraprofessional |
| Donna Dillon | Paraprofessional |
| Wansel Estrada | Paraprofessional |
| Carmen Gonzalez | Paraprofessional |
| Carlithia Harris | Paraprofessional |
| Bettina Hornung | Paraprofessional |
| Sandra Thomas | Paraprofessional |
| Luz Lopez | Paraprofessional |
| Tracey Mayfield | Paraprofessional |
| Christina Norman | Paraprofessional |
| Yuvraj Ramsamujh | Paraprofessional |
| Eileen Smith | Paraprofessional |
| Janna Waschitz | Paraprofessional |
| Tara McGroary | Paraprofessional |
| Sarah Boden | Paraprofessional |
| Reina Almodovar | Paraprofessional |
| Teyana Griffin | Paraprofessional |
| Meghan O’brien | Paraprofessional |
| Catherine Mastricovo | Speech Therapist |
| Jennifer Furno | Speech Therapist |
| Yosifa Glazer | Speech Therapist |
| Angela Quinn | Speech Therapist |
| Shaindel Berkovits | Occupational Therapist |
| Blossom Marley | Occupational Therapist |
| Christine Power | Occupational Therapist |
| Claudia Cunha-Grant | Physical Therapist |
| Tzirel Smulevitz | School Psychologist |
| Victoria Bruce | Counselor |
| Elizabeth Kaufman | Counselor |
| Gina Korolczuk | Counselor |
| Rebecca Mentor | ENL Teacher |
| Julianna Fazio | School Aide |
September 2026
