Pioneer School and School Services

09/08/2026

Today, we’re celebrating World Physical Therapy Day and three amazing members of our team!

Tashina, Sonya, and Chelsea help the kiddos we serve move, grow, gain independence, and work toward goals that make a difference in their everyday lives. And, as anyone who has spent time with our therapy team knows, they manage to make a lot of hard work feel like fun along the way.

From celebrating the big milestones to recognizing the progress that might seem small to everyone else, our Physical Therapy team is always there cheering people on.

Help us honor Tashina, Sonya, and Chelsea on World Physical Therapy Day!

09/04/2026

The Pioneer School will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026. School will resume the following day.

09/03/2026

Our September Sibs meet-up is back at The Landrum!

Now that school is back in session, we have plenty to catch up on. Join us on September 12 from 10 A.M.–1 P.M. for a day of connecting with other Sibs, playing games, making crafts and- of course- having plenty of fun!

Ross County Sibs is free and open to siblings ages 7–12. To register, email Kristen Smith at [email protected]

09/03/2026

It takes a community! Thank you to everyone who was able to make this happen for Cheyenne!

Donations and grants combined to fund an adaptive bike that gives a Ross County girl a new level of independence. See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided by Ross County Board of Developmental Disabilities/The Pioneer Center

09/03/2026

Support the 2023 Children's Champions, Amy & Kaitlyn, as they come back representing the Pioneer Center stronger than ever!

09/02/2026

A big thank you to HOTWORX and its members for their generous donation of school supplies to our students! We appreciate your support and generosity!

With permission, we’re so excited to share the amazing students & staff who are also part of our HOTWORX family and helped accept all of YOUR generous donations! 🧡🔥📚

A huge THANK YOU to every single person who donated school supplies during our event. Because of our incredible community, we were able to give back and help support local students and teachers! ✏️📓🍎

09/01/2026

🍂 Calling all local makers, crafters, and small businesses!

Vendor applications are open for the Pioneer School Craft Bazaar!

For years, the Craft Bazaar has brought our community together for a day of local shopping and fun. This year, we’re looking forward to welcoming 60+ vendors, along with food trucks, raffle items, and plenty of shoppers getting a head start on their holiday lists.

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 9 A.M.–2 P.M.
📍 The Pioneer School, 11268 County Road 550, Chillicothe, OH 45601

Interested in setting up shop? Visit https://rossdd.org/2026-pioneer-school-craft-bazaar/ for more information!

09/01/2026

We need your help!

Our Project LIFE students at Pioneer School and School Services are in need of gently used khaki pants in a few specific sizes:

👖 44/28
👖 38/34
👖 48/26
👖 48/32

Have a pair in your closet that could use a new home? We’d be happy to put them to good use! We also have a link available for anyone who would prefer to purchase a new pair to donate.

If you can help, please send us a message and we’ll connect you with our team to arrange your donation.

Thank you for helping us support our students!

08/28/2026

For the families of our older kiddos!

If you have a young adult who is 18 or older and loves to travel, we wanted to share this opportunity from Camp Echoing Hills.

Their 2026–2027 Travel Program includes trips to San Antonio, Disney World, Hawaii and a Caribbean cruise, with experienced caregivers and professional nursing staff along for each trip.

Take a look at the flyer for upcoming dates, costs and trip details. San Antonio registration will be closing soon, and they are still looking for a few more guys to join the trip!

08/27/2026

A huge thank you to John and Crystal Hughes from the Chillicothe Moose Riders for their generous donation of school supplies!