Neil Guthrie: Division Director

Responsibilities: Provide the leadership, direction and vision for Wichita Public Schools Division of Special Education Support Services.

Email: nguthrie@usd259.net

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Richard Wirtz:Director of Special Education Curriculum/Instruction/Staff Development

Responsibilities: Oversight of curriculum devlopment and selection, grants, staff development, teaching specialists, adequate yearly progress, Circle of Friends, Learning Services liaison, Focused Monitoring, MTSS, and LRE.

Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, working out doors and on home projects, writing, and traveling.
Email: rwirtz@usd259.net

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Tom Racunus: Assistant Director of Categorical and Transition Services

Responsibilities: I work with a team to supervise and guide all self-contained programs for students with autism, mental retardation, and severe multiple disabilities in a way that will lead to improved student outcomes. I work with a team to improve the transition planning process for students with disabilities who are 14 years of age or older in order for them to meet their post-school goals. I provide support to the principals of the day school programs in the district. I am a trainer for Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.

Hobbies/Interests: I am a commissioner for the Kansas Commission for Disability Concerns. I enjoy gardening, reading, traveling, and watching college football and basketball.

Email: tracunus@usd259.net
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