What Exactly Are Sensory-Friendly Movie Nights? Parent Mentors Across Ohio Help Families Find Out and Enjoy
News Share the Post: Related Posts For many families of children with disabilities, a trip to the movie theater can feel like climbing Mt. Everest. Loud, sudden sounds, dark rooms, and crowded spaces can turn what should be a fun outing into a stressful experience. Parent Mentors, as parents of children with disabilities, understand how […]
Lima, Ohio’s Parent Mentor Collaborates to make Mental Wellness a Priority for the Community
News Share the Post: Related Posts Families and professionals in the Lima, Ohio area are learning practical strategies to support children’s emotional well-being thanks to the leadership of Michelle King, Parent Mentor for the Allen County Educational Service Center. Michelle partnered with United Way of Greater Lima, Mercy Health St. Rita’s, and Mission of Hope […]
Dayton Parent Mentor Leads with Heart, Experience, and Foresight
News Share the Post: Related Posts Families in Dayton are feeling the impact of Parent Mentor Carrie Farley’s thoughtful and proactive leadership. Carrie, Parent Mentor for Dayton City Schools, understands firsthand some of the unique challenges families of children with disabilities face. As a parent of a fourteen-year-old with epilepsy, and a twelve-year-old with Level […]
Kids These Days…are Ready for the Next Step: Amanda Lee Helps Canton Students Transition into their Future
News Share the Post: Related Posts Canton City Schools Parent Mentor Amanda Lee is putting her passion, enthusiasm, and deep knowledge of student desires to work, helping high schoolers navigate an important transition in their lives, moving from high school into the adult world. Her commitment to talking with students, understanding what they would like […]
Parent Mentors Respond to Family Needs with “Taking a Closer Look at ADHD” Lunch and Learn
News Share the Post: Related Posts Parent Mentors Tisha Eisenhuth (Twinsburg City Schools), Darlene Fontaine (Hudson City Schools), and Amber Vojtush (Nordonia Hills City Schools) decided to kick off 2026 with a partnership to respond to one of the most requested topics from families: ADHD. Their virtual, one-hour lunch and learn titled Taking a Closer […]
Monica McCain Spreads Joy with Accessible Toledo Zoo Lights Experience
News Share the Post: Related Posts Monica McCain Spreads Joy with Accessible Toledo Zoo Lights Experience Parent Mentor Monica McCain helped bring extra cheer to students and families across Toledo Public Schools (TPS) by coordinating a special experience tied to one of Northwest Ohio’s special traditions, the Lights Before Christmas at the Toledo Zoo. The […]
Parent Mentors Join Forces to Bring Clarity to Medicaid, Waivers, and OhioRISE
News Share the Post: Related Posts Written by Marcie Kamb, December 9, 2025 Navigating Medicaid, waivers, and the many levels of care available to individuals with disabilities can feel overwhelming for families. Recognizing this challenge as they hear recurring questions on these topics from the families they serve, Parent Mentors from Regions 2 and 3 […]
Gallia County Parent Mentor Leads Annual Special Skills Sports at the 2025 Rio Grande Invitational
News Share the Post: Related Posts Gallipolis, Ohio, October 8, 2025 Allison Small, Parent Mentor for Gallia County Local Schools, continues to make a lasting impact in her community through her leadership and support. In September, Allison coordinated the annual Special Skills Sports/Rio Grande Invitational, a track and field event held at the University of […]
Tina Wallace Shares Parent Mentor Perspective on FACES Episode for Columbus City Schools
News Share the Post: Related Posts Tina Wallace, Parent Mentor for Columbus City Schools (CCS), was recently featured on FACES, the online Family and Community Engagement Series program designed to inform and connect families, schools, and the community. This episode focused on Special Education at East High School, with a spotlight on how CCS supports […]
Building Early Connections: Pam Thornburg’s Impact as Fayette County’s Parent Mentor
As families prepare for the transition into kindergarten, Pam Thornburg, Parent Mentor for Fayette County Schools, is making sure they don’t walk that path alone. Pam recently participated in the Head Start Preschool Screener, where she connected with 26 families, offering not just information but a warm welcome into a supportive community. Pam introduced herself […]
