Jamie Lennox
Director of Special Education
The special education department is committed to supporting every student’s unique learning needs. Our goal is to provide students with specially designed instruction, real-world learning opportunities, accommodations, and access to the curriculum—helping them build the skills they need for future success. We believe every child can learn, and we tailor our support to meet their needs in the most inclusive setting possible. Our dedicated intervention specialists, intervention assistants, and related service providers work closely with classroom teachers and school staff to provide a supportive and collaborative learning environment. Hilliard City Schools follows all state and federal requirements to provide a free and appropriate education for students.
Special Education Coordinators
Amy Case
Ridgewood Elementary
Weaver Middle School
Davidson High School
Joshua Stephens
Hoffman Trails Elementary
Washington Elementary
Heritage Middle School
Darby High School
Mindy Colburn
Alton Darby Elementary
Darby Creek Elementary
Station Sixth Grade
ILC & Hub
Sabra Qualls
J.W. Reason Elementary
Memorial Middle School
Bradley High School
Mike Hamm
Britton-Norwich Learning Campus
Horizon Elementary
Scioto Darby Elementary
Tharp Sixth Grade
Special Education Secretaries
Allyson DeMoss, Secretary to the Director
Shirley Mooney, Secretary to Coordinators
Rory O’Malley, Secretary
Amelia McCarty
What is the Parent Mentor Program?
Currently, there are approximately 100 Parent Mentors in Ohio. They serve more than one-third of the schools and families in Ohio’s school districts. Parent Mentors offer all services free of charge to families.
More information about Ohio’s Parent Mentor Program is available at https://parentmentor.osu.edu.
What is the role of a Parent Mentor?
Parent Mentors work in collaboration with families and the school to help students in special education reach their educational potential. Services include:
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- Support families by answering questions and helping them understand their child’s educational rights and services.
- Guide parents through the ETR (Evaluation Team Report), IEP (Individualized Education Program) processes, meetings, and school communications.
- Connect families with resources, community services, and support networks.
- Collaborate with schools to strengthen the relationship between families and educators.
Parent Mentors don’t make decisions for families but instead act as a trusted partner and mentor, offering insight from both personal experience and professional training.
If you have a question or concern or need guidance, our Parent Mentor is available to assist.
