Sara Bates, a JM alum, is in her first year as Director of Special Services. She has served the last seven years at HFM BOCES in Johnstown, New York as a school psychologist. Prior to that, Ms. Bates worked within the same capacity for the Harrisburg Public School District. In both placements, she worked with a variety of students and disabilities, gaining much experience working hands-on with students with Autism.