Special Education

Amber Chesney, Learning Specialist/Moderate Needs 

• Bachelors in Special Education, Generalist K-12, University of Northern Colorado Center for Urban Education

I am a Colorado native and used to live in Pine.  The terrible wildfires in 2002 and a blizzard that dumped over 6 feet of snow and collapsed my garage, inspired me to move down the hill and that is when my interest in the field of education began. I have been working with students with special needs since 2007 and have loved helping them work on meeting their goals and gaining their independence. I started at LTE in 2020 and I am still very excited and look forward to supporting students with their academic goals!

Contact me: Amber.Chesney@dcsdk12.org

Becky Evans - Psychologist

• Bachelors in Psychology from Penn State University

• Education Specialist (Ed.S) from Temple University

I am new to Colorado, originally from the South Jersey/Philadelphia area. I have always been passionate about working with kids from my first job as a gymnastics coach to finishing graduate school for school psychology in 2023. During my time in school, I volunteered as a research assistant for an emotion-regulation-focused lab and worked for Philadelphia Early Intervention, specializing in evidence-based interventions for young children with ASD. I believe that with the right tools, all students can succeed in the classroom and thrive in their lives. In my free time, I enjoy running, hiking with my dog, watching movies, and doing art projects. I am looking forward to working with the students at Lone Tree Elementary!

Contact me: revans1@dcsdk12.org

Lucy Lowe - Occupational Therapist

• Bachelors from Louisiana State University
• Master's in Occupational Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham
• Post-professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate, Elizabethtown College

I am a Colorado transplant from Louisiana.  With three amazing kids I keep busy with their various sports and activities. When not busy (ha!), you'll likely find me with a book in my hand or working on a quilt. When working with students, I utilize a "just right" challenge approach by assessing their individual needs and tailoring tasks accordingly for students to feel successful in their learning and skills. I also make OT enjoyable so students are comfortable and look forward to coming to our sessions. 

Contact me: llowe@dcsdk12.org

Violetta Sieron, Learning Specialist/Moderate Needs

• Masters in Special Education, University of Colorado Denver
• Master in Food Technology, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Science

I am a passionate education professional with over 15 years of experience in teaching children in Poland as well as the USA. My philosophy as a teacher is to focus on students as individuals, to understand their strengths and weaknesses, and to understand how they can best learn to reach their greatest potential. When not at work, I love spending time with my family and friends, traveling, skiing, sailing, playing board games, and reading.

Contact me: Violetta.Sieron@dcsdk12.org

Lori Vareldzis, Speech-Language Pathologist 

• BA in Communicative Disorders, University of New Mexico
• Masters in Speech-Language Pathology, University of New Mexico

I’ve been at LTE as a Speech-Language Pathologist since it opened. The magnet and personalized learning align to support students with speech & language difficulties and that speaks to me as a professional. 21st Century communication is not only challenging, it is limitless. I help students think outside the box and use tools to promote effective language and speech skills!

Contact me: Lori.Vareldzis@dcsdk12.org