Suzanne Schweitzer, M.S.
School Psychologist and educational EVALUATOR
Director of Educational Evaluation
Insight of New England
Insight of New England
My Family
They are my best teachers!
They are my best teachers!
Winner of the 2018 Thomas DiCorleto Service Award
"I am so excited to inform you that Suzanne Schweitzer has been selected as this year's winner of the Thomas DiCorleto Service Award by the Farmington Valley Directors.
The Thomas DiCorleto Outstanding Service Award was established in the spring of 2010, in honor of Granby’s esteemed pupil services director who passed away in January of that year. The Pupil Services Directors of the Farmington Valley created the award to recognize the wisdom and guidance that Tom had provided them (and many of us) in his 30+ years of service.
The award travels between the towns of the Farmington Valley, and each year the directors come together with nominations from their school districts to determine the candidate who embodies the passion and commitment to children that Tom demonstrated throughout his lifetime. All staff members are eligible to be nominated.
Winner of the 2007-2008 Connecticut Distinguished Service Award
Presented by the CT Association of School Psychologists for exemplary service and contributions to the rights, welfare, education and mental health of children and youth.
Education
University of Hartford
Master of Science in School Psychology, 1997
Eastern CT State University, Willimantic, CT 1988
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
School Psychology Certification
Certified to administer intelligence testing
Certified to administer personality testing
Certified to administer achievement testing
Certified to administer the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule
Professional Experience
School Psychologist:
Plainville Public Schools - District Evaluator, High School, Middle School, Elementary, and Preschool Students, Plainville CT, 1997-Present
Avon Public Schools - High School & Middle School Students, Avon CT, 1996-1997
Teaching Assistant, Psychology Department
University of West Hartford, CT, 1996-1997
Supervisor of Vocational Program:
The Hartford Easter Seal Rehabilitation Center, Hartford CT, 1991-1993
Vocational Evaluation Specialist, 1990-1991
North Central CT Mental Health Systems, Enfield CT
Rehabilitation Assistant, 1988-1990
Eastern CT State University, Willimantic, CT
Research Assistant, Psychology Department, 1988
Peer Counselor, Academic Department, 1988
Tutor, Tutorial Program for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, 1985
Professional Skills:
Educational Advocacy
Personality Assessment
Rorschach Diagnostics
Group Therapy
Individual Therapy
Parent/Faculty Consultation
Behavior Management
Pre-vocational Testing
Vocational Testing
Intelligence Testing
Case Management
Grant Writing
Autism Assessment
Member:
Member, CT Association of School Psychologists (CASP)
Member, National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
Member National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
University of Hartford
Master of Science in School Psychology, 1997
Eastern CT State University, Willimantic, CT 1988
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
School Psychology Certification
Certified to administer intelligence testing
Certified to administer personality testing
Certified to administer achievement testing
Certified to administer the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule
Professional Experience
School Psychologist:
Plainville Public Schools - District Evaluator, High School, Middle School, Elementary, and Preschool Students, Plainville CT, 1997-Present
Avon Public Schools - High School & Middle School Students, Avon CT, 1996-1997
Teaching Assistant, Psychology Department
University of West Hartford, CT, 1996-1997
Supervisor of Vocational Program:
The Hartford Easter Seal Rehabilitation Center, Hartford CT, 1991-1993
Vocational Evaluation Specialist, 1990-1991
North Central CT Mental Health Systems, Enfield CT
Rehabilitation Assistant, 1988-1990
Eastern CT State University, Willimantic, CT
Research Assistant, Psychology Department, 1988
Peer Counselor, Academic Department, 1988
Tutor, Tutorial Program for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, 1985
Professional Skills:
Educational Advocacy
Personality Assessment
Rorschach Diagnostics
Group Therapy
Individual Therapy
Parent/Faculty Consultation
Behavior Management
Pre-vocational Testing
Vocational Testing
Intelligence Testing
Case Management
Grant Writing
Autism Assessment
Member:
Member, CT Association of School Psychologists (CASP)
Member, National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
Member National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
Additional thoughts from colleagues
When asked about Suzanne, the 7th Grade Resource teacher writes:
"Suzanne has been instrumental working with parent/guardians/families on supporting them with questions and concerns about some of our most involved and neediest of students. She provides a genuine, calm, compassionate approach for both student and family. She naturally knows how to communicate important information to families by advocating for students with a sensitive approach; providing support when these conversations can be very uncomfortable and difficult to 'digest'. She continues to consult on a regular basis with special education case managers to prove an understanding of her evaluations and how to 'better' support these students."
The Special Education Intensive Case Manager for Grades 6-8 writes:
"When I think of Suzanne, many words come to mind...knowledgeable, approachable, invested, professional, genuine, compassionate, dedicated, and altruistic are just a few. She is also attentive to the small details, able to establish connections with the students and their, sometimes difficult to reach, families. She is persistent, and always considers the students' best interests. Suzanne has completed home visits, and has worked closely with case managers to ensure that there are positive outcomes for students, despite the obstacles that are present. While she is quiet in her approach, her leadership qualities are those that allow others to feel comfortable working with her and seeking her advice and opinions.
Suzanne has been able to establish meaningful relationships with parents by her gentle probing, genuine interactions and the support that she provides case managers, students and families through her interviews and counseling sessions."
When asked about Suzanne, the 7th Grade Resource teacher writes:
"Suzanne has been instrumental working with parent/guardians/families on supporting them with questions and concerns about some of our most involved and neediest of students. She provides a genuine, calm, compassionate approach for both student and family. She naturally knows how to communicate important information to families by advocating for students with a sensitive approach; providing support when these conversations can be very uncomfortable and difficult to 'digest'. She continues to consult on a regular basis with special education case managers to prove an understanding of her evaluations and how to 'better' support these students."
The Special Education Intensive Case Manager for Grades 6-8 writes:
"When I think of Suzanne, many words come to mind...knowledgeable, approachable, invested, professional, genuine, compassionate, dedicated, and altruistic are just a few. She is also attentive to the small details, able to establish connections with the students and their, sometimes difficult to reach, families. She is persistent, and always considers the students' best interests. Suzanne has completed home visits, and has worked closely with case managers to ensure that there are positive outcomes for students, despite the obstacles that are present. While she is quiet in her approach, her leadership qualities are those that allow others to feel comfortable working with her and seeking her advice and opinions.
Suzanne has been able to establish meaningful relationships with parents by her gentle probing, genuine interactions and the support that she provides case managers, students and families through her interviews and counseling sessions."