West Islip Union Free School District

In accordance with federal and state regulations, the West Islip School District provides appropriate special education services to students with educational disabilities. Any parent/guardian who suspects that their child may have an educational disability may make a written referral to their school’s principal or to the Director of Special Education.

The Special Education Office provides a full range of services to all children ages 3 to 21 who have been identified and evaluated in accordance with IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Act; PL.94-142).  

If you have concerns regarding your child, the Special Education Office can be reached at 631-930-1550.

• Director of Special Education
  Jeanne Dowling
  ​​​​​​j.dowling@wi.k12.ny.us
• Assistant Director of Secondary Special Education and Out of District Placements
  Gail Daugherty
  g.daugherty@wi.k12.ny.us
• Assistant Director of Elementary Special Education
  Lindsey Ednick
  ​​​​​​​l.ednick@wi.k12.ny.us