Two full time student counselors, a full time psychologist, a school social worker and other specialized staff provide support services for students at Perry Browne Intermediate School. Additional student support is provided through an on-site health clinic under the direction of Chenango Memorial Hospital.

Intermediate School Psychologist
Ruthann Lawton, M.Ed., Educational Specialist Level II
(607) 334-1600, ext. 3060
rlawton@norwich.stier.org

Perry Browne Intermediate School has a full time school psychologist. Mrs. Lawton works with the families, staff, and outside agencies on behalf of the students at Perry Browne. The role of the school psychologist is to use their specialized training to ensure that every child learns in a safe, healthy and supportive environment. School psychologists use many different approaches and typically provided the following services: consultation, evaluation, intervention, prevention, and research and planning.

Intermediate School Social Worker
Terence McCumiskey, MSW
334-1600 ext. 3061
TMcCumis@norwich.stier.org
Perry Browne Intermediate School has a full-time school social worker available to students and their families. Working closely with staff, faculty, and administration, the social worker helps assist those in need. The school social worker assists in collaborating with area agencies, businesses, and community members to serve families in the Norwich School District. Social work services are provided with recognition and celebration of the strengths in the membership of the Perry Browne Intermediate School community.

Intermediate School Counselor
Sheila Naar, M.S.
Counselor for 4th grade classrooms, Allaire/Burke/Canto/Dowdall 6th grade team, & 8:1:1 classroom
(607) 334-1600 ext. 3086
snaar1@norwich.stier.org

Intermediate School Counselor
Counselor for 5th grade classrooms, Abbott/Howell/Welch 6th grade team, & 12:1:1 classroom
Elizabeth Pizzuto, M.S.
(607) 334-1600 ext. 3010
epizzuto@norwich.stier.org

The school counselors assist all students by helping them develop academically, personally, and socially. The school counselors work on school-wide character education throughout the year; and work with the physical education teachers on Project Adventure activities twice a year. They meet with students individually and in small groups to discuss a variety of needs. The school counselors are available to consult with parents, teachers, and administrators to promote student success. If you would like to contact your child’s school counselor, please call Mrs. Naar or Mrs. Pizzuto for assistance.