Early Childhood Family And Community Engagement Center Professional Development Specialist
Family and Community Engagement Centers (FACE Centers) serve as a vital bridge between families, schools, and communities. Designed to support parents and caregivers of children with disabilities, FACE Centers provide individualized guidance, inclusive workshops, and access to resources that empower families to become active participants in the special education process.
By fostering collaboration, strengthening advocacy skills, and promoting equity, FACE Centers help ensure that families are equipped to support their children’s learning, development, and long-term success—at home, in school, and beyond.
Kelly Lanckton brings over 20 years of experience in the field of preschool special education to her role as the Early Childhood Professional Development specialist.
Kelly earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from SUNY Poly and a master’s in early education for students with disabilities from Touro College.
Prior to joining the Family and Community Enagement (FACE) team, she spent the last 7 years teaching preschool students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Kelly enjoys providing support and successful outcomes to both students and their families.
CRPC Family Engagement Facilitator
Kelly Lanckton
Educational Partnership
The Educational Partnership is a coordinated and cohesive network of support focused on enhancing services and supports for students with disabilities from early childhood and school-age education to engagement in post-school opportunities.
