Welcome & Connect New Student Program
The Welcome & Connect Program (WCP) is designed to support students who enter the Chappaqua Central School District after kindergarten, helping them build connections, feel included, and integrate smoothly into the school community.
Program Goals
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Foster a sense of belonging for new students.
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Provide peer and staff support during their transition.
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Engage families in the school community.
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Ensure academic and social-emotional success.
Program Components
New Student Program Coordinators
Sophia Bisantz
Teacher/Instructional Staff, New Student Program Coordinator
Douglas Grafflin Elementary School
Dr. Bethany Burrows
School Psychologist, New Student Program Coordinator
Westorchard Elementary School
Carolyn D'agostino
New Student Program Coordinator, Social Worker
Robert E. Bell Middle School
Laurie Lichtenstein
Teacher/Instructional Staff, New Student Program Coordinator
Seven Bridges Middle School
Kendall McKenna
Counselor, New Student Program Coordinator
Robert E. Bell Middle School
Jason Sclafani
Counselor, Website and Digital Signage Coordinator, New Student Program Coordinator
Robert E. Bell Middle School
Dr. June Wai
Teacher/Instructional Staff, ENL Teacher, New Student Program Coordinator
Westorchard Elementary School
Caitlin Wilson
Teacher/Instructional Staff, Special Education, New Student Program Coordinator
Roaring Brook Elementary School
Lydia Zeller
Teacher/Instructional Staff, New Student Program Coordinator
Douglas Grafflin Elementary School