Ontario Local Schools

Special Education

Ontario Local Schools mission in Special Education:

  • To prepare each student to be a productive member of our society by providing specialized instruction and promoting independence by accommodating different learning styles and abilities

  • To create a positive learning environment for all students

  • To promote student achievement and growth based on specifically identified needs 

  • To provide paths for students to reach their fullest potential and achieve success


Child Find

Ontario Local Schools in cooperation with other public agencies seeks to ensure that all children with disabilities residing within the district and who are in need of special education or related services are identified, located, and evaluated as required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.Free assessment is available to help determine whether a need for special education exists.


If you believe you know of a child within our district who may have a disabling condition please contact us.

Resources for Parents:

Our Team:

Stacy Crawford
Special Education Director
419-529-4955

Karling Ward
School Psychologist Grade 6-12

Steven Rowe
PreK Special Education Coordinator 

Ally Morrison
School Psychologist Grade PK-5

Emily Bogner
Speech Language Pathologist

Wendi Ruhe
Speech Language Pathologist 

Katherine Kraft
Occupational Therapist

Rachel Knell
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Jamie Christie
Physical Therapist 

Wendy Conti
Physical Therapist Assistant
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