Brandi Binakonsky

Administrator

Westmoreland Intermediate Unit

My mission is to support families on their journey from Early Intervention through school-age programming. It is critical that our profession believes in the power of education for all young learners and the possibilities that exist when we work together to nurture the growth of one another to benefit the life of the children and families we serve.

PA Key


MENTOR

Mary Hall
Communications Specialist

  • Participated in learning activities to develop an understanding as to the manner in which OCDEL initiatives are incorporated into publications produced by the PA Key to facilitate information sharing with families and professionals in the early care and education field
  • Utilized local program survey data to review the ways in which families receive information regarding transition to kindergarten, beyond Early Intervention compliance
  • Developed an action plan at the local level for Early Intervention staff to enhance opportunities to share information across systems to ultimately support a smooth and successful transition to Kindergarten for all eligible young children

+ Employment History

July 2013

Early Intervention Administrator

Westmoreland Intermediate Unit
Greensburg, PA

August 2012

Supervisor of Special Education for Jeannette City School District

Westmoreland Intermediate Unit
Greensburg, PA

November 2008

Early Intervention Supervisor

Westmoreland Intermediate Unit
Greensburg, PA

June 2001

Special Education Teacher

Westmoreland Intermediate Unit
Greensburg, PA

Superintendent Letter of Eligibility

California University of PA
California, PA

M.Ed., Special Education

California University of PA
California, PA

B.A., Special Education P-12

Morehead State University
Morehead, KY

In approaching the Fellowship, I had hoped to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the depth and scope of OCDEL's reach across programs from birth to 5. While this was absolutely accomplished through the experiences and learning opportunities provided to us, the most meaningful part of the Fellowship was the connections and relationships that have come directly through working with both my mentor as well as the Fellows and leadership team.