Intervention & Referral Services

Intervention and Referral Services, also known to many as I&RS, is an interdisciplinary team of professionals within the school environment who come together throughout the school year to develop short-term intervention plans to support the whole child which includes supports for academic, behavioral, physical, social, and emotional needs.

Fernbrook's I&RS Team:

Dr. Michelle Bernal, Principal

Mr. Michael Scott, Vice Principal

Mrs. Jenise Janulis, Basic Skills Teacher Grades 4-5

Mrs. Viviana Serna, Basic Skills Teacher Grades 2-3

Mrs. Lauren Buonocore, Reading Specialist

Mrs. Krissy Atelek, Social Worker

Child's Classroom Teacher

Other Committee Members (for specific I&RS plans):

Mrs. Debbie Hessels, School Counselor

Mrs. Barbara Gontarski, Behaviorist

Dr. Caitlin Olver, OT

District Policy:  2417