Ross Pike ESD is hiring a paraprofessional to support a student at Pioneer School.
-Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma
-Enjoy working with students
-Reliable, compassionate, and professional
- Be able to pass a background check and obtain a paraprofessional aide license through the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.
If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Tricia Crawford at tcrawford@rpesd.org
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-Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma
-Enjoy working with students
-Reliable, compassionate, and professional
- Be able to pass a background check and obtain a paraprofessional aide license through the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.
If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Tricia Crawford at tcrawford@rpesd.org
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Please share to help us find a great candidate!
Ross Pike ESD is hiring a paraprofessional to support a student at Pioneer School.
-Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma
-Enjoy working with students
-Reliable, compassionate, and professional
- Be able to pass a background check and obtain a paraprofessional aide license through the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.
If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Tricia Crawford at tcrawford@rpesd.org
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Please share to help us find a great candidate!
-Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma
-Enjoy working with students
-Reliable, compassionate, and professional
- Be able to pass a background check and obtain a paraprofessional aide license through the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.
If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Tricia Crawford at tcrawford@rpesd.org
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Please share to help us find a great candidate!
Congratulations to the winning teams of the 2026 Pike County Quiz Bowl Tournament! The Eastern Eagles took home first place, led by their coach, Kathy Osborne. The Waverly Tigers earned a hard-fought second place, led by coach Daniell Penrod.
The 6th Grade Pike County Quiz Bowl tournament was so much fun today! All of the teams did a fantastic job competing in their very first tournament, and it was great to see their hard work pay off.
After five rounds of competition, Piketon, coached by Jared Williams, finished as the first-place champions, and Eastern, coached by Erika Tuuri, took home the second-place award. Congratulations to all of the teams and coaches!
Thank you Rio Grande for hosting us at the Pike Center!
After five rounds of competition, Piketon, coached by Jared Williams, finished as the first-place champions, and Eastern, coached by Erika Tuuri, took home the second-place award. Congratulations to all of the teams and coaches!
Thank you Rio Grande for hosting us at the Pike Center!
It was an exciting day at the Pike County Jr. High Quiz Bowl Tournament sponsored by Ross Pike ESD. Piketon, Waverly, Eastern, and Western all brought their A-game, making for some incredibly tough rounds.
At the end of the day, the Eastern team, coached by Erika Tuuri, was the tournament champions.
Waverly, coached by Daniel Penrod and Wendy Fosson, earned second place.
Thank you to Rio Grande for hosting us and providing such a great environment for the kids. Congratulations to all the players!
At the end of the day, the Eastern team, coached by Erika Tuuri, was the tournament champions.
Waverly, coached by Daniel Penrod and Wendy Fosson, earned second place.
Thank you to Rio Grande for hosting us and providing such a great environment for the kids. Congratulations to all the players!
Anticipated 26-27 Openings
We are hiring a one-on-one attendant! Contact Sarah Good for more information.
The Ross County Spelling Bee was an intense competition held on March 3, 2026, at the Ohio University Chillicothe campus. Organized by the Ross-Pike ESD, the event showcased the academic talents of Ross County students through 36 rounds of competition.
Lane Cyrus from Southeastern claimed the first-place title after correctly spelling the championship word, “syndrome”. Addi Hughes of Adena earned second place, and Aubrey Johnston from Zane Trace took home the third-place honors.
Congratulations to the winners!
Ross Pike ESD would like to thank Ohio University Chillicothe for hosting the bee and the Ross County Banking Center for providing a monetary prize for the winner.
Lane Cyrus from Southeastern claimed the first-place title after correctly spelling the championship word, “syndrome”. Addi Hughes of Adena earned second place, and Aubrey Johnston from Zane Trace took home the third-place honors.
Congratulations to the winners!
Ross Pike ESD would like to thank Ohio University Chillicothe for hosting the bee and the Ross County Banking Center for providing a monetary prize for the winner.
The Ross-Pike ESD is currently raising money for our Autism team. This annual fundraiser helps us purchase sensory supports and other items for students in our programs. Orders will be accepted until March 11th.
You may place orders with an ESD Supervisor or online at https://aptg.co/jt2Hzd
Thanks for your support!
You may place orders with an ESD Supervisor or online at https://aptg.co/jt2Hzd
Thanks for your support!
The Pike County Spelling Bee was held on February 20, 2026, and proved to be an exciting and competitive event for students across the county.
After a challenging competition of 20 rounds, Karleigh Brigner, a sixth-grade student from Eastern, claimed first place by correctly spelling the winning word, “Frankenstein.” Asher Knisley, a fifth-grade student from Western, earned second place, and Claire Swords, an eighth-grade student from Eastern, finished in third place. All three students demonstrated exceptional preparation, focus, and composure throughout the event.
Thank you to Piketon High School for generously hosting this year’s spelling bee and providing a welcoming venue for students and families. We also extend our appreciation to Ohio Valley Bank for their generous donation to support prizes for the winners.
Congratulations to all of the participants for representing their schools with excellence and determination!
After a challenging competition of 20 rounds, Karleigh Brigner, a sixth-grade student from Eastern, claimed first place by correctly spelling the winning word, “Frankenstein.” Asher Knisley, a fifth-grade student from Western, earned second place, and Claire Swords, an eighth-grade student from Eastern, finished in third place. All three students demonstrated exceptional preparation, focus, and composure throughout the event.
Thank you to Piketon High School for generously hosting this year’s spelling bee and providing a welcoming venue for students and families. We also extend our appreciation to Ohio Valley Bank for their generous donation to support prizes for the winners.
Congratulations to all of the participants for representing their schools with excellence and determination!
Due to inclement weather, today’s Spelling Bee has been canceled. We will reschedule and communicate the new date and details with districts as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe.
The Ross-Pike ESD will be closed Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Ross Pike ESD proudly celebrates Tasha Cody (Eastern) and April McDonald (Western), gifted intervention teachers who have each been awarded a $5,000 Ohio STEM Learning Network grant!
These grants empower Ohio educators to create dynamic learning environments where students develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for tomorrow’s challenges. Supporting STEM education remains central to Battelle’s mission of advancing scientific innovation and strengthening communities.
We’re excited to see the innovative STEM learning experiences this funding will bring to our gifted students!
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These grants empower Ohio educators to create dynamic learning environments where students develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for tomorrow’s challenges. Supporting STEM education remains central to Battelle’s mission of advancing scientific innovation and strengthening communities.
We’re excited to see the innovative STEM learning experiences this funding will bring to our gifted students!
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We are proud to share that Desiree Beekman, Ross-Pike ESD Gifted Intervention Teacher at Piketon, has been selected as a 2026 Grants in Place awardee through the Rural Schools Collaborative. This competitive national grant supports innovative Place-Based Education projects that connect classroom learning to local communities.
Thanks to this award, our gifted students will engage in meaningful, community-centered learning experiences that highlight the strengths, history, and opportunities of our region. We are excited to see how this project inspires students and deepens their connection to our community. Congratulations, Mrs. Beekman! We would also like to congratulate Mrs. Buckler at Western, who also received the grant. There were only two recipients from Ohio, and both are Pike County educators!
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Thanks to this award, our gifted students will engage in meaningful, community-centered learning experiences that highlight the strengths, history, and opportunities of our region. We are excited to see how this project inspires students and deepens their connection to our community. Congratulations, Mrs. Beekman! We would also like to congratulate Mrs. Buckler at Western, who also received the grant. There were only two recipients from Ohio, and both are Pike County educators!
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We Are Hiring!
Ross-Pike ESD is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to serve as a 1:1 Attendant for a student at Pioneer School. This position involves providing individualized support to help the student participate fully in their educational program. Please contact Tricia Crawford to apply or inquire. tcrawford@rpesd.org
Ross-Pike ESD staff have the privilege of participating in Professional Development with Jim Harris, Assistant Professor at Marshall University's Interdisciplinary Behavioral Health Center.
We are hiring!
We Are Hiring! Immediate Openings!
