Special Education

Special education at Bellefonte Area School District provides a compilation of services designed to meet the needs of certain students. There are 13 categories that students may be classified in – including a combination of those – and receive services based on those needs while in public school. To learn more about services and the special education department, view the links below.

Special Education Staff

Central office

310 North Allegheny Street

Bellefonte, PA 16823

(814) 355-4814

Bellefonte School

Jennifer Butterworth

Director of Special Education

Email Jennifer Butterworth

(814) 355-4814 Ext. 3021

Jamie Smith

Assistant Director of Special Education

Email Jamie Smith

(814) 355-4814 Ext. 3019

Rita Purnell

Special Education Secretary

Email Rita Purnell

(814) 355-4814 Ext. 3017
Fax: (814) 357-2430