NAME:
Patricia Ann Shanny
SCHOOL:
Arlington High School
CLASS:
Resource Room 1154B
SCHOOL PHONE:
845-486-4860 X1754 pshanny@acsdny.org
Born - San Diego, California
Raised - Bronx, New York (Fordham & University area)
Settled in Southern Dutchess County - 1972
Education - St. Nicholas of Tolentine Grammar and High School
College of Mt. St. Vincent
Fordham University - B.S. Biochemistry/Theology
SUNY at New Paltz - M.Ed. Special Education
Family - 4 children - 3 sons, 1 daughter
7 grandchildren - 2 granddaughters, 5 grandsons
The function of Special Education is to provide the opportunity for students
having disabilities to reach their full potential. Given that no human
being is perfect, we recognize that all of us have areas of weakness, some
in areas affecting academic success. Special Education's purpose is to
provide a fair "playing field" by remediating weak areas when possible,
teaching coping skills, and providing academic support.
In high school, remediation has often peaked, so the tactic is usually to
reteach material in a more individualized manner, trying to find the special
technique appropriate to help each student understand the subject matter.
Resource Room provides a small supportive environment where students may
have material explained, questions answered, tests administered, projects
begun, and subject matter reviewed.
All education is a partnership among student, parents, and teachers.
Students, as they age, become more and more responsible for their learning.
It is our role as parents and teachers to provide the tools and support, but
the student must be an active participant in the process. Only together can
we reach a successful result!
