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Prosser hires Jennifer Allen as special services director
Summary
The board approved the recommendation to hire Jennifer Allen as the district’s special education/special services director; Allen summarized her credentials, including a doctorate in leadership and prior experience launching a specialized school in Seattle.
The Prosser School Board voted to hire Jennifer Allen as the district’s special services director after a brief staff presentation and Allen’s own remarks about her background.
Jennifer Allen introduced herself to the board and described her academic and professional experience: “I have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I have a master's in teaching. I have a doctorate in leadership.” She spoke about working with students who are neurodivergent and about launching a school in Seattle serving gifted students with learning differences.
Board members said they had checked references and that Allen’s experience would assist the district’s special education and Open Doors programs. The board moved and seconded the recommendation; the motion passed by voice vote.
Why it matters: the special services director oversees programs for students with disabilities and other specialized needs. Board members said they expected Allen’s prior work with neurodivergent learners and international experience to be assets as the district supports students with complex needs.
What comes next: Allen will assume the director role under the terms of her employment contract; the board welcomed her and the district will return to routine contract reporting in future meetings.
