Central Montco Technical High School
Special Education
Special Education Staff
Our Special Education team at CMTHS provides students with identified disabilities specialized instruction designed to meet their unique learning needs, giving them the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.
Special Education Coordinator:
Ms. Michele Ruhl
Email: mruhl@cmths.org
Mrs. Ruhl works with students in:
Building Trades
Special Education Liaison:
Mrs. Lisa Baranek
Email: lbaranek@cmths.org
Mrs. Baranek works with students in:
Automotive Technology
Baking & Pastry Arts
Cosmetology
Culinary Arts
Early Childhood Education
Public Safety
Secondary Education Academy
Special Education Liaison:
Mr. Robert Kindon
Email: rkindon@cmths.org
Mr. Kindon works with students in:
Allied Health
Barbering
Collision Repair
Healthcare Sciences
Landscaping Design
Networking Technology
Sports Medicine & Rehab Therapy
Video, Sound, Music Production
Visual Communications
What is Special Education?
Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
Special education refers to educational programming and practice that provides a range of supports and services to meet the unique needs of students with identified disabilities.
Students attending CMTHS are evaluated for special education by their home school districts or Local Education Agency (LEA). Students who qualify for special education are provided an Individual Education Plan (IEP) that outlines specially designed instruction (SDI) which adapts the content, methodology and/or delivery of instruction allowing access to the general education curriculum.
504 Plans:
For students who do not qualify for special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) may qualify for services under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act if the disability substantially limits educational performance.
For further information please refer to this link: http://www.ldonline.org/article/6086
Supports and Services Provided by CMTHS Staff Include:
1. Implementation of SDIs as outlined in a student’s IEP
2. Reinforcement of Career and Tech Ed program content and skills development
3. Adaptation or modification of instructional resources, techniques, or materials
4. Support with reading, writing, and math skills
5. Assistance with improving study skills and habits
6. Developing improved organization and time management
7. Career exploration and guidance
8. Positive behavioral and social-emotional supports
Links to Special Education Notices and Guides:
Annual Public Notice of Special Education Services and Programs
PA Parent Guide to Special Education
Special Education Resources
Local and State Resources
Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU)
PA Department of Education (PDE)
PA Education Advocacy Network (Legislative Policy)
PA Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN)
Peal Center (Advocacy)
Special Education in PA Consult Line
Learning Resources
Sending School Special Education Links
Norristown Area School District Special Education
Colonial School District Special Education
Upper Merion Area School District Special Education
Lower Merion Area School District Special Education
Post-Secondary Transition Resources
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
Resources for Job Seekers with Disabilities
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