Mrs. Mary Peters is the Director of Exceptional Education and oversees the many aspects of the department. Under her purview she supports various staff from social workers, psychologists, and therapists who assist Dinwiddie County Public Schools’ special education population. The Child Study process, evaluation for services, development of Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and their implementation, and Homebound Services coordination fall under the exceptional education department.
Mrs. Peters also supervises Coordinators of Exceptional Education Alicia Haggins and Alicia Lee. Alicia Haggins is responsible for supporting the Exceptional Education Program at the secondary level. Alicia Lee is responsible for supporting the Exceptional Education Program at the elementary level and the Early Childhood Special Education Program. Pam Tortorice, Educational Diagnostician assists with testing and evaluating students for Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) and/or services for Dinwiddie County Public Schools. Dr. Robin Pelt is responsible for supporting the Exectional Education Program as the Instructional/Transition Specialist.
Any other questions or concerns about the Dinwiddie County Exceptional Education Program may contact Executive Assistant Tanza Jones at (804) 469-4389 or via fax at (804) 469-4499 to be directed to the appropriate person.