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MASD Announces Hiring of New Director and Assistant Director of Special Education
MASD has announced administrative changes within the Department of Special Education. Ms. Sonja Brunner has been appointed as the District's new Director of Special Education. Ms. Brunner received School Board approval at the October 15th board meeting and began her new duties November 26th. Ms. Brunner replaces Mrs. Nicole Taylor, who resigned to pursue another job opportunity.
Ms. Brunner brings extensive special education knowledge and leadership skills. She is particularly aware of the educational and related needs of students with disabilities and understands the importance of family communication to ensure student success.
Ms. Brunner is also familiar with the Middletown community, having spent the early part of her career as a special education teacher in the District. Her teaching and leadership experience provides a unique perspective as she oversees the development, implementation and assessment of the District’s special education programs and works with families, teachers, and education teams to help develop individual student goals.
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Brunner back to Middletown. We know she is eager to meet our students, staff, families, and education partners. We look forward to working together to take our District to the next level.
Another update in our Department of Special Education is the hiring of Dr. Chelshea Pruznak as MASD's Assistant Director of Special Education. Dr. Pruznak received School Board approval at the November 7th board meeting and will assume her new role on January 9, 2025. She replaces Mrs. Felicia Rodrigo, who resigned to pursue another professional opportunity.
Dr. Pruznak brings to Middletown a considerable amount of expertise in education and psychology, including experience as a Board Certified School Psychologist. She has a student-first perspective and we know she will work with families, teachers, and education teams so students can achieve their individual goals and reach their fullest potential.
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Pruznak to Middletown. We know she is eager to meet our students, families, staff, and education partners. We look forward to collaborating with her to take our District to the next level.