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Tech Support We provide a wide range of technical services to the private sector as well as K-12. Our goal is to deliver fast, efficient, and high-quality service in all technology-related fields. From cabling services to high-end hardware and software installation. Submit a Ticket Business Service Request Tim Ottens Network Engineer Jacob Walker Network Technician Site evaluation and planning Wireless and wired networking Infrastructure hardware selection and configuration Comprehensive surveillance solutions. Access control and building security Business productivity software Website support. Live stream system design, implementation, and training Communications Policies and procedures Security and surveillance End user devices Result-driven design and recommendations South Central Ohio ESC Technology Services 522 Glenwood Ave. New Boston, Ohio, 45662

Job Opportunities Intervention Specialist Opening Paint Valley Local School District--Bainbridge, OH For the 2026-27 School Year Learn More Network Technician Washington Nile Local School District Full -Time Assignment Learn More General Employment Application Download

Staff Directory Adam Michael Administration Curriculum Specialist Brandi Russell Attendance Attendance Officer Cassie Carver Preschool Preschool Coordinator Donald Stapleton CAPE Director Jessica Perkins Early Success Center Director Kara Copeland Administration Curriculum Specialist Logan Baumgardner Administration Administrative Assistant for Superintendent Sandra Mers Administration Superintendent Sharee Price Administration Talented & Gifted Supervisor Tim Ottens Technology I.T. Network Engineer Andrew Shope Administration Assistant Treasurer Brent Howard Administration Director of Organizational Initiatives Christy McGraw Help Me Grow Service Coordination & Home Visiting Manager JD Emnett Administration Curriculum Specialist Jodie Wheeler Related Services Administrative Assistant Katrina Alley Administration Licensure/Personnel Secretary Paula Baumgardner ASPIRE Director Sarah Rice Administration Executive Director of Early Childhood Steven Good Related Services Special Education Program Coordinator Tom Hoggard Administration Assistant Treasurer Ashley Roberts Administration Treasurer Carrie Kyne Administration Executive Director of Special Education Programs & Psychology Cory McKnight Related Services Special Education Coordinator Jacob Walker Technology Network Technician Justin Horsley Attendance Attendance Officer Keith Shamhart Attendance Attendance Officer Rylee Wiehle Administration Assistant Treasurer Scott Holstein Administration Assistant Superintendent Tammy Hambrick Administration Executive Director of Teaching & Learning Veronica Fickett Attendance Administrative Assistant

Vison Statement The vision of the Center for Alternative and Progressive Education (CAPE) is to successfully TEACH, TRANSFORM and TRANSITION our students. Mission Statement The mission of the Center for Alternative and Progressive Education (CAPE) is to collaborate with local school districts, therapeutic service providers and the Scioto County Juvenile Court to create responsible and empathetic learners by providing a safe and secure learning environment to effectively learn and practice the skills and strategies needed to compete in today’s society academically, socially and emotionally. Resources Community 2025-2026 School Calendar Guide Family Community Involvement Permission Slip Card 2025-2026 School Handbook Emergency Medical Form Guidance Handbook Sign-Off Form Over the Counter Medication Release Milestones Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy Parent Sign Off Form Contact Us Donnie Stapleton CAPE Director 740-354-0298

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SCOESC Business Center A Community Hub for Health, Education, and Business Services The South Central Ohio Educational Service Center Business Center serves as a dynamic, multi-purpose facility that brings together essential community services, healthcare resources, and professional business solutions under one roof. Located in New Boston, the Business Center reflects our commitment to strengthening our organization while providing value and efficiency to the communities we serve. Services & Organizations Early Success Center Our comprehensive child development program serves families with children from birth to age 5, providing quality early childhood education and support services that give young learners the foundation they need for lifelong success. Scioto Advantage Health Center A full-service health center dedicated to serving individuals covered under the Scioto Health Plan, offering convenient access to quality healthcare services for our insured members. Scioto Health Plan Administrative Offices The administrative headquarters for our innovative self-funded insurance program, which provides comprehensive health coverage and benefits to participating districts and their employees. Bridgeworks - Counseling and Consulting Professional counseling and consulting services that support individual and organizational wellness, helping community members and businesses thrive through expert guidance and therapeutic services. Appalachian Marketing and Media Strategic marketing and media services designed to help businesses and organizations effectively communicate their message and reach their target audiences throughout the region. Conference Rooms & Meeting Spaces Our third floor features modern, well-equipped conference rooms perfect for: Professional meetings and presentations Training sessions and workshops Educational seminars Community events External event rentals These flexible spaces can accommodate groups of various sizes and are available for rental by outside organizations and businesses. Office Space for Lease Professional office spaces are available for lease, offering businesses and organizations the opportunity to establish their presence in a collaborative, service-oriented environment. These open office spaces provide flexibility for growing businesses while fostering connections with other community-focused organizations. For more information about Business Center services, facility rentals, or office leasing opportunities, please contact Brent Howard, Director of Organization Initiatives, at 740-354-0216 or brent.howard@scoesc.org . See More See More See More See More See More

Leadership Training Unlock your potential as a leader with the John C. Maxwell Leadership Training offered by the South Central Ohio Educational Service Center! This transformative program is designed for businesses, organizations, and schools, empowering you to become the leader you were born to be. Inspire Challenge Equip For over 40 years, John C. Maxwell has inspired individuals through his extensive repertoire of over 70 books and thousands of speaking engagements. At SCOESC, we are committed to continuing his legacy of fostering inspiring leaders. Our approach to inspiration is twofold: we not only urge you to take action, but we also strive to "breathe into" your leadership. We aim to invigorate your journey, encouraging you to dig deep and become a true difference maker in your community. Inspiring and challenging leaders are only part of our commitment; equipping you with the necessary knowledge and tools is paramount. We believe that proper training empowers you to embody the teachings of effective leadership in every aspect of your life, your team, and your organization. Our resources will help you apply practical leadership strategies, ensuring you are prepared to make a lasting impact. We recognize that leadership is both a privilege and a responsibility. It requires courage, risk-taking, and accountability. Our training is designed to challenge you to step outside of your comfort zone. Leading can be daunting, but rest assured, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. We are here to support and uplift you, guiding you toward realizing your highest potential as a leader. Testimonials “The training was fantastic. One of the most powerful takeaways for me was the message that a leader’s focus is on mobilizing people and leveraging resources to achieve their goals. Leaders who want to succeed maximize every asset and resource they have for the benefit of their organization." -Jodi Armstrong, Superintendent, Green Local Schools “The curriculum team utilized many of the leadership traits while introducing the group to the laws. The session left most of the group wanting more, not only for themselves but for their teams in the prospective districts. It was a very well-planned and professionally delivered training that any professional could use." -Sandy Mers, Superintendent, SCOESC "Creating positive change is the best way to test whether a person can lead well…and everyone deserves to be led well." – John C. Maxwell See More The SCOESC Curriculum and Gifted Departments offer John Maxwell training based on the book Sometimes You Win, Sometimes You Learn. The half-day, interactive training teaches students how to successfully navigate life's challenges and inevitable failures, using these experiences as positive opportunities for change and growth. Contact the SCOESC Curriculum Department if you are interested in bringing this engaging and motivational workshop to your students and school! To schedule a workshop contact Administrative Assistant Logan Baumgardner at: 740-354-7761

Preschool Special Education Peer Model Enrollment Resources Peer Model Enrollment Our center-based classrooms located throughout the county are integrated classrooms that are licensed for up to 8 students who have special needs with no more than 16 total students. Peer Model are students who as role models and are required to pay a monthly tuition fee. Classes are in session four days a week, Monday through Thursday, from approximately 9:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Parents are responsible for transportation. Center-based classrooms are staffed with a certified teacher and a classroom assistant. ENROLLMENT APPLICATIONS Applications will be accepted in our office beginning January 1 for the following year. Completed applications can be dropped off Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., scanned and emailed to jodie.wheeler@scoesc.org or mailed to: Jodie Wheeler, SCOESC 522 Glenwood Avenue New Boston, Ohio phone: 740-354-0223 Applications will be reviewed, and a classroom visit may be arranged to meet the child and observe how he/she interact with other children. Peer models are expected to demonstrate age-appropriate skills and be fully potty-trained. Applications are valid for one school year. If the child is not accepted, the application must be made again to be considered for the next school year. Please click below for an application. Peer Model Application

Substitute Teachers, Aides & Nurses Substitute Teachers Apply Here Substitute Aides Apply Here Substitute Nurses Apply Here Contact Us Katrina Alley Licensure/Personnel Secretary740-354-0211

Attendance Department The Attendance Department at the South Central Ohio Educational Service Center is dedicated to assisting school districts in Scioto, Adams, and Jackson Counties, as well as other partner agencies, in addressing attendance issues in compliance with the Ohio Revised Code. Brandi Flannery Attendance Officer 740-935-1762 Justin Horsley Attendance Officer 740-961-9927 Attendance Services We support districts in managing students who fail to attend school as required by law and track those opting for home education. Our services include: School Bus Driver Certification and In-Services Background Checks through the National WebCheck Program for various agencies We strive to provide effective and convenient services, ensuring support for all districts and agencies we serve. If more information is needed, please contact our office at 740-354-0267. Keith Shamhart Attendance Officer 740-935-1755 Veronica Fickett Administrative Assistant 740-354-0267 Ohio Revised Code Compliance The South Central Ohio Educational Service Center as required by the Ohio Revised Code provides Attendance Services to all member schools as well as other districts that contract for these services. These schools report the Attendance problems to the ESC (Educational Service Center) via email and the Attendance Officers make home visits to determine how best to deal with the problem. The Ohio Revised Code defines Truancy, and the local Juvenile Court sets rules on how the filing must take place. The family must be served with a copy of the Ohio Revised Code section that requires the parents to have their children in an Educational Program that meets the standards set forth in this section. The Attendance Officer must do a First and Second Notice by Court Rule before a filing can take place. Another problem that causes Attendance issues in schools is Pediculosis (head lice). Services to help control the spread of Pediculosis is available to schools that choose to contract for these services.

Curriculum and Professional Development Dedicated to enhancing educational excellence, the SCOESC Curriculum Department fosters professional growth and high-quality instructional support for educators across our service area. Comprehensive Curriculum Support & Training The Curriculum department at the South Central Ohio Educational Service Center places the development of high quality classroom instruction and assessment at the heart of our mission. Through continual research and professional development opportunities, we strive to assist teachers, administrators, and instructional leaders to acquire and implement processes and strategies that will improve student achievement. Our goal is to provide on-going assistance to districts and to be thought of as their #1 connection to resources and support. We are committed to seeing a high quality education provided to all students within our service area. Curriculum Connection Newsletters Leadership Training Online Professional Development Resident Educator Program Contact Tammy Hambrick Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Director 740-354-0251 Kara Copeland Curriculum Specialist 740-354-0254 Adam Michael Curriculum Specialist 740-354-0201 JD Emnett Curriculum Specialist 740-354-0265 "A teacher effects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops." -Henry Adams Customized District-Level Professional Development (Member Districts and Contracted with Other Districts) ESC-Level Professional Development Ohio Improvement Process Facilitation Evaluation System Training and Support Cooperative Unit Evaluation Coordination Rollout of Statewide Initiatives (Dyslexia, Science of Reading/Literacy, High Quality Student Data, Value-Added, PBIS, etc.) Data Analysis and Support Resident Educator Program Home Education Federal Programs Support Technical Assistance Gifted Plan Development and Teacher PD Threat Assessment Training Administrator Meetings Social Emotional and Trauma Informed Care Training Vertical Alignment Curriculum and Resource Selection and Alignment Anything Member Districts Request OUR SERVICES The SCOESC Curriculum Department provides a variety of services to assist in the implementation of high-quality education for all students. These services encompass in-person workshops, remote professional development, instructional coaching and other means of delivery as needed. Many of these services are listed below, but others may be developed to meet individual requests.

Special Education Hearing Impaired Class Program Sites Service Delivery Options Welcome to Your Essential Resource Hub for Educational Support We are dedicated to providing a range of specialized services designed to support students with disabilities and ensure that they receive the quality education they deserve. Our comprehensive approaches cater to various needs, focusing on individualized support and inclusive educational practices. Low Incidence Programs Behavior Intervention What We Offer Our Special Education services are designed to support children with differing abilities, ensuring they receive the education and resources they need to thrive. Special Education Overview We aim to provide tailored support for students with different needs by collaborating with families and professionals to create personalized education plans. Hearing Impaired Cooperative Classroom An inclusive environment promoting collaboration where students with hearing impairments learn alongside their peers, utilizing specialized teaching methods and resources. Sites Green Elementary
 4057 Gallia Pike
 Franklin Furnace, Ohio 45629
 Phone: 740-354-9290
 Fax: 740-354-9904 Teacher: Amanda Ratliff Classroom Assistant: Kelley Blevins amanda.ratfliff@scoesc.org Program Sites Preschool Center-based Locations Bloom-Vernon Elementary P.O. Box 479, South Webster, OH 45682
 Phone: 778-2339 Fax: 778-7600 Teacher: Jane Swayne Assistant: Tina McGraw
tina.mcgraw@scoesc.org Teacher: Kara Fulk Assistant: Jessica Compton kara.fulk@scoesc.org Minford Elementary PO Box 204, Minford, OH 45653
 Phone: 820-2287 fax: 820-2466 Teacher: Megan Daniels Assistant: Julie Hannah
megan.daniels@scoesc.org Teacher: Shelby Williams 
 Assistant: Laurie Blair shelby.williams@scoesc.org Teacher: Samantha Bohlen Assistant: Dawn Blankenship samantha.bohlen@scoesc.org Northwest Elementary 4738 Henley Deemer Rd., McDermott, OH 45652
 Phone: 259-2250 Fax: 259-8553 Teacher: Claudia Osborne Assistant: Sarah Gambill
claudia.osborne@scoesc.org Portsmouth West Elementary 15332A US 52, West Portsmouth, OH 45663
 Phone: 858-1116 Fax: 858-1118
 Teacher: Cheryl Neff Assistant: Anita Payne
cheryl.neff@scoesc.org Teacher: Erica Koenig Assistant: Amy Neace erica.koenig@scoesc.org Stanton Primary #1 Glenwood Tiger Trail, New Boston, OH 45662
 Phone: 456-4637 Fax: 456-6402
 Teacher: Sarah Green Assistant: Andrea Cronin
sarah.green@scoesc.org Teacher: Cile Partlow Assistant: Lisa Clifford
cile.partlow@scoesc.org Valley Elementary 1821A SR 728, Lucasville, OH 45648
 Phone: 259-2611 Fax: 259-3822
 Teacher: Jennifer Lore Assistant: Rose Williams
jennifer.lore@scoesc.org Service Delivery Options We provide a variety of delivery methods to accommodate student needs, including: In-class support, where specialists work directly with students in the classroom. Pull-out services, where students receive targeted interventions outside of the classroom setting. Cooperative classrooms that allow inclusive learning environments. Individualized instruction tailored to meet unique student needs. Center-Based Classrooms We offer integrated classrooms with up to eight students with special needs and 4-6 typically developing peers across Scioto County. Led by certified teachers, these classrooms focus on preparing all children for kindergarten. Typically developing students can apply for a role model position for a monthly tuition. For more details, contact Jodie Wheeler at 740-354-0223. Itinerant Option Itinerant teachers provide services in various settings, including Head Start, private/public preschools, or homes. They specialize in both Early Childhood and Special Education. Related Services We provide tailored related services such as speech/language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and consultations by vision and hearing specialists to support each child’s needs. Low Incidence Programs Our Low Incidence classrooms are tailored to support students aged 5-21 with moderate to intensive disabilities within the public school setting. Each classroom is staffed by a team of qualified professionals, including Intervention Specialists, Related Service Providers, and Para-Professionals. These programs provide a safe and structured environment, ensuring access to academic standards through specially designed instruction. We also focus on inclusion opportunities and community-based instruction to help students develop social, independent living, and employability skills. ED Classrooms Our ED Classrooms are specifically designed to support students aged 5-21 who face significant emotional and behavioral challenges that affect their learning in public school settings. These classrooms focus on helping students access the general education environment by combining educational and behavioral strategies to meet their social, emotional, and academic needs. In our ED Classrooms, students benefit from small group instruction and a highly structured learning environment tailored to their unique requirements. At SCOESC, we are committed to providing consistent communication and excellence, ensuring that our students and their families receive an outstanding educational experience. For more information, please contact: Carrie Kyne, Executive Director of Special Education Programs Call: 740-354-0255 Email: carrie.kyne@scoesc.org Jodie Wheeler, Administrative Assistant Call: 740-354-0223 Email: jodie.wheeler@scoesc.org See Low Incident Personnel Peer Model Enrollment Our Peer Model Enrollment program offers integrated center-based classrooms that accommodate up to 8 students with special needs and a total of 16 students. Peer models are typically developing students who serve as positive role models and are required to pay a monthly tuition fee. Classes are held Monday through Thursday from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Parents are responsible for transporting their children to and from the center. Each center is staffed by a certified teacher experienced in Special Education and Early Childhood, along with a teacher’s assistant. Some centers also collaborate with other early childhood programs, such as Head Start. Enrollment Applications Applications for the Peer Model program will be accepted starting January 1 for the upcoming academic year. To apply, you can: Drop off completed applications Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fax your application to 740-354-0280 (please call to confirm receipt). Scan and email your application to jodie.wheeler@scoesc.org . Mail your application to: Jodie Wheeler, SCOESC
522 Glenwood Avenue,
New Boston, Ohio For inquiries, call: 740-354-0223. Peer Model Application