Mrs. Mary Ardan, ext. 212
School Psychologist/Child Study Team Coordinator

The goal of the school psychologist is to enable every student to benefit from his or her school experience.  Consultation with students, parents, and teachers to obtain information regarding social, emotional, and behavioral adjustment contributes to a full understanding of each student’s unique needs.  Psychological evaluation procedures are undertaken as needed, yielding information that contributes to the ability to provide an appropriate educational program.  Ongoing monitoring of students may involve the provision of counseling services, referrals to community services, and availability as a resource for parents and teachers.

Mrs. Dorothy Reed, LCSW, ext. 211
School Social Worker

A school social worker is a member of the child study team who helps children that have physical, learning or emotional problems. As a result, these children have difficulty functioning in a school environment. The school social worker often interviews the child and the family members. Additionally, they can facilitate communication between parents and the school staff. Social workers may also intervene in problem situations and/or mobilize parental support for students needs. Furthermore, school social workers may assess student needs and facilitate the school and student by providing knowledge of community resources.

Mrs. Gina Gibson, ext. 208
Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant

Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultants (LDTC) work with students who are experiencing academic difficulty or who have diagnosed learning differences. They identify learning styles, administer, analyze and interpret tests, review other pertinent information, and prescribe specific, appropriate, and practical learning strategies. They may also help in the areas of time management, organization, and study skills. LDTC's work with General Education and Special Education teachers providing information, strategies and suggestions.  They provide information to teachers on alternate learning styles and appropriate teaching modifications and strategies.

Mrs. Amelia Zummo, ext. 206
Administrative Assistant to the Child Study Team

Phone: 973-827-7570
Fax: 973-827-8942

 Hamburg School is forming a Special Education Parent Advisory Group.  Formation of this group is intended as a way for parents to provide input to the school district about issues regarding students eligible to receive special education and related services.  The group will also be able to provide opportunities for parents to receive information related to special needs issues.

If interested, please contact the
Child Study Team at

973-827-8849 extension 206.