Meet Our Administrator
Meet Our Administrator

Jose M. Avila, Ed.D.
Administrator, Special Education
(209) 933-7345 Ext. 2770
javila@stocktonusd.net
Welcome to the Preschool Assessment & Autism Center (PAAC). Our program provides structured, evidence-based instruction grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis within a safe and nurturing environment.
We are committed to student growth, family partnership, and successful transition to General Education. Thank you for trusting us with your child.
PAAC Leadership & Contacts
Welcome to the Preschool Assessment & Autism Center (PAAC), home of the Wolf PAAC. We strive to provide a high-quality program for preschool students with Autism in a program emphasizing evidence-based Practices based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Our assessment center and school staff strive to provide a high level, standards-based education ensuring all students achieve their full academic potential and become responsible, respectful citizens and leaders in a global society.
The PAAC has a clear mission, focused on our students’ mastery of the Preschool Standards and to successfully transition our students to General Education. Our staff is committed to implementing the core instructional programs with fidelity and utilizing effective research-based strategies to improve student achievement.
At the PAAC we encourage all parents to become active partners in their child’s education. Through a combined effort, we can prepare students to become lifelong learners and productive members of our community. We believe in our PAAC scholar's ability to succeed when provided with the proper support. Should you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher. Working together all of our students succeed!
Thank you for entrusting your child to PAAC,
Dr. Jose M. Avila
Administrator Special Education
Meet Our Teachers
Our preschool program is a comprehensive Applied Behavior Analysis program based on Evidence-Based Practices. Classrooms are supported by Paraprofessionals, Speech Therapists, an Occupational Therapist, a BCBA, and an Inclusion Specialist. We use Frog Street, Handwriting Without Tears (HWT), and Autism-specific curricula.
Highly Structured
This Special Day class has intensive student-to-staff ratios in a highly structured environment. High reinforcement is provided to establish instructional control. Classes run 3 hours per day (AM or PM session).
| School/Room | AM Teacher | PM Teacher |
|---|---|---|
| PAAC Room 4 | Rosalinda Lopez | Brenda Onofre |
| PAAC Room 7 | Carla Legaspi | Ella Uychutin |
| PAAC Room 9 | Eleena Hen | Desmond Finck |
| PAAC Room 10 | Janet Filippi | - |
| Marshall Room 21 | Rosanna Xiong | Yer Lor |
| Marshall Room 23 | Mayra Salcedo | Jennifer Dutro |
| Peyton Room 34 | Sokanha Bartholomy | - |
Structured
This Special Day class provides moderate staff support in small groups and runs 3 hours per day (AM or PM session).
| School/Room | AM Teacher | PM Teacher |
|---|---|---|
| PAAC Room 2 | Kayla Higuera | Kristin Horan |
| PAAC Room 3 | Brianna Jackson | Julissa Castellanos |
| Marshall Room 22 | Marissa Aparicio | Tina Mejia |
| Peyton Room 34 | Krystle Sullivan | - |
Collaborative
Embedded in a State Preschool classroom on a General Education campus, students learn with small and whole group instruction for 3 hours/day.
| Teacher | Campus/Class |
|---|---|
| Rae Anderson | Madison (PreK & TK) & Washington |
| Joanna Gama | August & Montezuma |
| Kendra Townsell | Nightingale & Merlo |
| Anabel Garcia | Hoover & PAAC (Opening 2026) |
What to Send with Your Child
Highly Structured & Structured Classes
- Diapers (if not toilet trained)
- Extra clothes (shirt, pants/shorts, socks, underwear)
- Labeled water bottle
- Meals provided; optional labeled snack/lunch
Collaborative Classes
- Extra clothes (shirt, pants/shorts, socks, underwear)
- Breakfast (AM) or lunch (PM) provided; no outside food
Daily Schedule (Sample)
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 – 8:20 | Student Arrival/Breakfast |
| 8:20 – 9:00 | Morning Circle Time |
| 9:00 – 9:20 | Session 1 |
| 9:20 – 9:40 | Session 2 |
| 9:40 – 10:00 | Session 3 |
| 10:00 – 10:20 | Outdoor Play |
| 10:20 – 10:40 | Session 4 |
| 10:50 – 11:00 | Afternoon Circle / Prepare for Departure |
| 11:00 | Dismissal |
