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Learning Support

The Department of Learning Support is dedicated to providing support to children, parents, and the faculty of the Rockdale County Public Schools. The department is based at the Central Office facility located at 960 Pine Street NE, Conyers, GA, 770-860-4231.

Learning Support Services (LSS) incorporates a variety of specialists that includes coaches, special educators, speech and language pathologists, physical and occupational therapists, and vision/hearing teachers. LSS is also responsible for monitoring and implementing special education services and programs throughout the school district. The LSS staff regularly offers training and workshops to faculty to ensure the highest quality of training and valuable resources.

Group photo of Learning Support department members




Upcoming Events

Spring Resource Fair
When:
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Palmerstone (former elementary school), 1110 Emory Street, Oxford, GA 30054.
What: Newton County School System and Rockdale County Public Schools host a Spring Resource Fair for students with disabilities and special needs. Discover valuable resources and services for individuals with disabilities and their families! This free event brings together local organizations, support services, and experts to provide information, support, and opportunities.
For more information: NCS - Erin Howlett, 770-787-1330 x3928, [email protected]. RCPS - Angela Dyer, 770-918-6187, [email protected]


Exceptional Student Olympic Day, "Plug In and Power On"
Where: Salem High School
When:
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Kindergarten-5th grade.
Thursday, April 17, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., 6th-12th grade.
Friday, April 18, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., make up day.
What: Olympic themed events and games.
For more information: 770-860-4231.


Image with graphics of sports balls, sneakers, electric plug cords and Olympic rings. Flyer image says Rockdale Conty Public Schools Learning Support department presents Plug In and Power On, Exceptional Student Olympic Day, Olympic themed events, fun and games, parents and volunteers are welcome. Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Kindergarten-5th grade. Thursday, April 17, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., 6th-12th grade. Friday, April 18, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. make up day. All events will take place at Salem High School, 3551 Underwood Road SE, Conyers, GA 30013.  Contact Learning Support 770-860-4231.



Resources

Transition Takeaways (virtual meeting)
Tuesday, February 25, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Topic: Summer resources for students with disabilities.
For more information:  Angela Dyer, 770-918-6187, [email protected]

Transition Takeaways (virtual meeting)
Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
>>CLICK HERE for meeting recording.
Topic: GAIPSEC Georgia Inclusive Post Secondary Education Consortium resources.
For more information:  Kachelle White, 770-860-4238, [email protected]





Learning Support Newsletter February 2025







Picture of Dr.. Simon
Dr. Tyra Simon
Director
Phone: 770-860-4231
Email: [email protected]

 







Picture of Anja Peay
Anja Peay
Secretary
Phone: 770-860-4231
Email: [email protected]










Directory

Name
Title Phone
Dr. Tyra Simon Director 770-860-4231
Kachelle White
Secondary Coordinator 770-860-4238
Jessica Walls Elementary Coordinator
770-860-4212
Sasceria White Elementary Coordinator /Related Services 770-761-1454
Tracey Thomas
Secondary Coordinator
770-860-4229
Deana Cain State Reporting and Compliance 770-860-4244 
Angela Dyer Parent Mentor
770-918-6187
Josh Kammerer Behavior Specialist
770-918-6186
Steve Johnson
Behavior Specialist
770-860-4231
Anja Peay Secretary / Special Ed Records
770-860-4231
Jackeline Perez Learning Support Bookkeeper
770-860-4245
Dr. Pankaj Gaur Vision Specialist        770-918-2519    



2024-2025 RCPS Office of Learning Support
Lead Teachers for Compliance Contact List:


Helen Clinton-Cain, [email protected]
Barksdale Elementary 770-483-9514 (on-campus extension 13243)
J.H. House Elementary 770-483-9504 (on-campus extension 18131)

Miracle Brewington, [email protected]    
C.J. Hicks Elementary 770-483-4410 (on-campus extension 14132)

Nashetta Lowe, [email protected]    
Flat Shoals Elementary 770-483-5136 (on-campus extension 15139)
Pine Street Elementary 770-483-8713 (on-campus extension 20134)


Nancy Kendrick, [email protected]
Hightower Elementary 770-388-0751 (on-campus extension 17230)
Honey Creek Elementary 770-483-5706 (on-campus extension 16128)

Angela Beal, [email protected]    
Lorraine Elementary 770-483-0657 (on-campus extension 35147)
Peeks Chapel Elementary 770-761-1842 (on-campus extension 19129)

Rachel Stroman, rstroman@rockdale.k12.ga.us
Shoal Creek Elementary 770-929-1430 (on-campus extension 21128)


Pamela Hudson, phudson@rockdale.k12.ga.us
Sims Elementary 770-922-0666 (on-campus extension 22117)



Bonita Wade, [email protected]
Memorial Middle School 770-922-0139 (on-campus extension 26130)

Deunza Pitt-Malone, [email protected]    
Conyers Middle 770-483-3371 (on-campus extension 23130)

Dr. Chalita Germany, [email protected]
General Ray Davis Middle 770-388-5675 (on-campus extension 24127)

Shani Simmons, [email protected]
Edwards Middle 770-483-3255 (on-campus extension 25198)



Folashade Belmon, [email protected]
Heritage High School 770-483-5428 (on-campus extension 27164)

Dr. Pamela Johnson
, [email protected]
Rockdale County High 770-483-8754 (on-campus extension 28228)

Celeste Gross, [email protected]
Salem High School 770-929-0176 (on-campus extension 34129)

Shelean Young, [email protected]
Rockdale Career Academy and EPIC 770-388-5677 (on-campus extension 31132)    




Kasha King, [email protected]
READY Program 770-483-4410 (on-campus extension 14133)




Requests for Special Education Records:

Click here for the form: RECORDS REQUEST

Please email or fax your completed request form to
Anja Peay: [email protected]
 / 678-658-3152 Fax










Learning Support Links

Georgia Department of Education - Education Support
Georgia’s Special Needs Scholarship Information


More Information


 


Child Find Notice

(Identification of Services for Individuals with Disabilities)
Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Rockdale County Public Schools implements a comprehensive Child Find system to assure that all children who are in need of early intervention or special education services are located, identified, and referred.  The Child Find network assists in identifying and providing appropriate educational help to students with disabilities.  If you suspect your child, ages 3-21, may be a child with a disability, you are encouraged to contact the Learning Support Services office of Rockdale County Public Schools at 770-860-4231.  Personnel can support you in exploring what services may be available.

Child Find extends to children who are parentally placed in private or home schools.  Rockdale County Public Schools personnel are available to meet with the representative from private and home schools to inform them of the district’s Child Find procedures and services that may be available under the proportionate share of federal special education funds.  If your child is enrolled in a private school or home school and has been identified as a child with a disability or you suspect your child has a disability, you may contact Dr. Tyra Simon, Director of Learning Support at 770-860-4231 for more information.