2024 DD Month Event Calendar

Join us as we celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month 2024! EVENT DETAILS Friday, March 1st, 10 AM :: DD Month Walk for Awareness :: Join us in Downtown Chillicothe as Mayor Luke Feeney and our county commissioners declare March DD Awareness Month. Those wanting to participate in the walk should meet at the Yoctangee Park entrance on the corner of …

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DD Month Shirt Order Form

Orders for DD Month 2024 Shirts are now open! We will accept orders through Friday, February 2nd. Order forms and payment can be dropped off at our Administration Office or the Pioneer School. Download your order form here!

iCan Swim Camp

Superintendent Amy Beeler and her “swim buddy” Annie at the Pioneer Center sponsored iCan Swim Camp.

Celebrating DSP’s

The Pioneer High 5 Committee is celebrating Jennifer Matheny from SOAR! Jennifer answered a call from our SSA at 3am and was able to help provide emergency services to a new family within minutes. We will be forever thankful for the help SOAR gave to their family. Thank you for your excellence and dedication to serving others.

Admin Building Updated Office Hours

Starting this week, the front desk at the Admin/SSA Office (167 West Main Street) will be closed daily for lunch from 11:30am-12:30pm. If you need to reach an employee, you may still call the office at 740-773-8044 or for SSAs 740-775-7044.

Staff Spotlight: Lindsay Kemper

Job Title: Pioneer School NursePioneer Employee for 5 years Tell us a little about yourself.I have been a nurse since 2007 and previously worked at Adena Hospital. I am married to Noah and we have two boys — Max and Miles. We also have a 1.5-year-old Goldendoodle named Molly. What was one of your first/most memorable jobs growing up?My first …

Sensory Friendly Events Columbus Zoo & Aquarium

Columbus Zoo & Aquarium Sensory Friendly Events

The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium has released their season of sensory-friendly programs, starting with a sensory-friendly Summer Night on May 26 from 5:30pm-8:00pm. There will be smaller crowds because reservations are required, music throughout the park will be turned off, and sensory kits with noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses, and fidget devices will be available at Guest Relations. Tickets can be purchased …

Staff Spotlight: Heather Chaney

Job Title: Service & Support AdministratorPioneer Employee for 22 years Tell us a little about yourself.I am the proud Auntie of 2 nephews, Derek and Mason. I am going to be a great aunt this summer. Parker Grace is due in July. I am owned by 2 cats, Charleigh and Charlotte. What was one of your first/most memorable jobs growing …