Camp Cattail invited the County Commissioners and Pioneer Center Leadership to view the newly renovated restrooms that are now ADA friendly and more accommodating for visitors. Camp Cattail was rewarded a grant from the Landrum Endowment Fund. This second annual grant round was designed to support nonprofit and public organizations serving those with developmental disabilities in Ross County by working …
Know The Facts about the COVID-19 Vaccine
(info below is from Health and Welfare Alert #68-1-21) We know there is a lot of information out there about the vaccines and we want you to make an informed decision. Please take time to learn the facts from reputable sources like the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD), The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and theCenters for Disease Control …
Ross County Board of DD Appoints New Superintendent
After an extensive interview process, the Ross County Board of DD is happy to announce they have selected Amy Beeler as the next superintendent of the Pioneer Center organization. Amy is a lifelong resident of Ross County with 19 years of experience in the field of Developmental Disabilities. Most recently, she was the Executive Director of the Southern Ohio Council …
Fighting the Flu (#FightFlu)
Health and Welfare AlertOctober 2020 #31-10-20 This year, it is more important than ever to protect yourself and those you care for from getting Influenza (flu). The best way to prevent the flu is to get the vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends getting a flu vaccine as soon as possible due to the COVID-19 pandemic. …
Pioneer School Closing Update
OCTOBER 1, 2020 — Today we were notified that an employee has tested positive for COVID-19. The employee was asymptomatic and took the test as part of a general screening. School leaders immediately notified the Ross County Health District and we are working with them closely and following their guidance. All staff and the families of all students who came …
Pioneer School PRN LPNs and RNs Needed
Pioneer School is looking for PRN LPNs and PRN RNs for the school year. MUST HAVE: Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Ohio LPN License CPR & First Aid certification FBI/BCII and other background checks required Valid driver’s license Applicants can complete an Employee Application then forward it to HR Director Cinda Knisley at cknisley@rossdd.org or drop it off …
Join Us! Substitutes Needed
The school year is starting up, and Pioneer School is needing Substitute Teachers and Substitute Teacher Assistants. Applicants can complete an Employee Application as well as an Affidavit, then forward it to HR Director Cinda Knisley at cknisley@rossdd.org or drop it off at the Admin building (167 West Main Street). Applicants who have any questions can call Lisa Arledge at …
Pioneer School 2020-2021 Reopening Plan
To Parents, Guardians, and Family Members of Pioneer School Students: I understand the pandemic has caused additional stress and difficulty for many of our students and families. We have worked hard to come up with a plan that keeps our students and staff members as safe as possible while continuing to provide the vital supports students need. Below are links …
Thank you Mid-America Conversion Services
Thank you to Mid-America Conversion Services for your donation to Pioneer School to go towards technological advancements in learning equipment. Pioneer has put that money towards purchasing Promethean boards for all the classrooms.