Dr. Ashlea Rineer-Hershey
Assistant Director of Special Education
The Special Education and Pupil Services Department at Plum Borough School District provides various support services for students in Pre-K through graduation from high school. Special education services include evaluations and management of individualized education plans (IEPs) for students in specialized programs, such as special education and gifted education. The district employs two full time school psychologists, three speech and language pathologists, and several special education teachers. In addition, Plum contracts with the Allegheny Intermediate Unit and Hope Learning Center to provide a variety of related services including vision, hearing, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. Other roles served within this department include homebound instruction, 504 Accommodation Plans, and homeless and foster supports. If you have any questions that cannot be answered on the webpage, please reach out to us!