There will be a Special Board Meeting Friday 10/23 at 3:00pm at the Administration Building. The Board will immediately go into executive session to discuss the employment of a county board employee.
Your Input Needed: Superintendent Survey
As the Superintendent search deadline draws near, the Ross DD Board is seeking input from all of our stakeholders to aid in making this important decision. To gather your feedback, we have created a brief survey to better understand some of the qualities important to you. Your responses will be submitted anonymously. Please reply by next Friday, October 23, to …
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 Seeks Full-Time Superintendent
With the recent announcement of Leia Snyder accepting another position at another organization, the Ross County Board of Developmental Disabilities is currently seeking candidates with an established record of innovation, management and communication skills, and vision for the future to become their next Superintendent. The ideal candidate will exhibit the ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with Board members, …
Thank You, DSPs!
It’s Direct Support Professionals Appreciation Week, and the dedication by caregivers in this field does not go unnoticed, now more than ever. Thank you! Governor Mike DeWine released a message recognizing and appreciating the hard work of DSPs. In the recording, Governor DeWine states: “You are making a difference every single day and play a critical role in people’s lives. …
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 …
Pioneer School Virtual Parent Meeting Information
On Wednesday July 22, Superintendent Leia Snyder will host virtual Zoom meetings to discuss our current plans for the upcoming school year at Pioneer School. There will be two chances to join these meetings: 10:00am and 6:00pm. If you are unable to attend the virtual meetings, we will be posting the PowerPoint, the draft plan, and a recorded video of …