Autism Support

Meet Our Behaviour Analysts

Sydney Crain

My name is Sydney Crain and I am one of the Behaviour Analysts at the RCDSB. I am a Registered Behaviour Analyst, registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario, as well as a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst, registered with the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board. I have been working with children and youth with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities for the past 8 years in various settings. I’m thrilled to be working with a dedicated team of professionals to implement effective strategies to help support all students with exceptionalities in reaching their full potential. I will be collaborating with the Inclusion Support Assistants to support students in Arnprior, Renfrew, and Pembroke.

Khala Wright

My name is Khala Wright and I am one of the Behaviour Analysts at the RCDSB. I am a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA), registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. Additionally, I am a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) registered with the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board. I have been supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder over the past eight years in a variety of settings. I will be collaborating with the Inclusion Support Assistants (ISAs) and other school staff to best support the needs of our students in order to identify individualized supports and strategies. I am looking forward to continuing to build connections across Renfrew County as I continue to support the Madawaska, Opeongo, Deep River and Petawawa family of schools, in addition to Rockwood.

Meet Our Inclusion Support Assistants

Shelby Hartwick

My name is Shelby Hartwick, and I am an Inclusion Support Assistant (ISA) supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) at the RCDSB. I began my journey with the board in 2019 as an Educational Assistant, supporting both elementary and secondary students.

As an ISA, I support McNab PS, Arnprior District High School, AJ Charbonneau PS, and Walter Zadow PS. I look forward to work with you and being apart of the amazing teams at RCDSB.

Dawn Lorbetskie

Hi, my name is Dawn Lorbetskie and I am an Inclusion Support Assistant (ISA). I became a member of the RCDSB family in 1998 as an Educational Assistant, and have had the opportunity to work with many children and staff along the way that have had a huge impact on my career.

As an ISA, I support Cobden PS, Opeongo High School, Champlain PS and Rockwood PS, that have children with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), collaborating with school teams in order to find strategies that best support the students in the classroom. I look forward to working with you and being a part of the amazing teams at RCDSB.

Tara Roach

My name is Tara Roach, and I am an Inclusion Support Assistant with the RCDSB. I began my journey with the board in September 2007 as an Educational Assistant, supporting both elementary and secondary students. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work in a variety of school settings, gaining valuable experience along the way.

Most recently, I completed a certificate in Autism and Behavioural Science, and I’m excited to implement my new learning in my current role. I'm passionate about creating inclusive environments where all students feel supported and empowered to succeed.

Heidi Mundt

Hi, my name is Heidi, and I've been in the developmental services field since 2001, supporting individuals in group homes and educational environments. It's been a joy to move home near my family and gain employment through the RCDSB. When the opportunity to apply for the Inclusion Support position came up, I was very excited. I truly enjoy collaboratively supporting colleagues to best meet the needs of the students we support, helping them thrive. I help support the Madawaska family of schools and have enjoyed all the connections I've made so far in this role.

Wendy Sullivan

My name is Wendy Sullivan and I am an Inclusion Support Assistant. I became a member of RCDSB in 1995, working in Special Education, supporting students in both the elementary and secondary panels.

As an Inclusion Support Assistant, I support Fellowes High School, Highview Public School and Beachburg Public School. I look forward to working with your school team to collaborate and find strategies that work to support students with Autism.

Laura Nelson

Hi, my name is Laura Nelson. I joined RCDSB in 2008 as an Educational Assistant in the Deep River and Petawawa family of schools. Currently, I am an Inclusion Support Assistant for Deep River, Herman Street, and Pine View. As an ISA please reach out to me to collaborate and find strategies that work to support students with ASD.

Sherry Priebe

Hi, I am new to the role of Inclusion Support Assistant, after being in the role of Educational Assistant for the past 17 years.

I have always loved working with students on the Autism Spectrum, and am thrilled to be supporting our students in this new capacity.

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