Mrs. Picozzi Helps Special Needs Students In Lacey: Teacher Spotlight

FORKED RIVER, NJ — Great teachers matter. In Forked River, we're fortunate to have teachers like Francesca Picozzi.

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This submission comes from Caitlin Knapp who nominated Francesca Picozzi of Forked River.

Teacher’s name

Francesca Picozzi

How do you know the teacher?

Mrs. Picozzi teaches my children.

What does this person teach?

Preschool Disabled

Why do you believe the teacher should be recognized or honored?

Mrs. Picozzi goes above and beyond for her students and for their families as an advocate and a role model. She helped my autistic daughter to find her voice and has been so comforting for us as parents to special needs children.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the teacher?

Mrs. Picozzi is the kind of educator who puts the needs of her students at the forefront, giving every student in her class the best opportunities for social growth and learning.

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