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2O2 4 – 2O2 5 GU I D E to Y E L LOW S P R I NG S 91 COMMUN I TY L I S T I NGS | 2O24–2O 5 GU I D E to Y E L LOW S P R I NG S 91 twomack@greeneesc.org for more information. Greene County Career Center CONTACT: 532 Innovation Drive, Xenia, 937‑372‑6941 EMAIL: mcouch@greeneccc.com WEB: www.greeneccc.com Greene County Career Center has served as the region’s pre- mier provider of career and tech- nical education for high school and adult students since 1967. The center serves as a hub for high school juniors and seniors who seek career and college preparation in a hands-on envi- ronment. Approximately 60% of those completing a career-technical program at GCCC go on to a two- or four-year college or uni- versity, a career or trade school or an accredited apprenticeship program. Cur rently, 22 pro- grams are of fered on the main campus in Xenia and at the Lewis A. Jackson Regional Airport. The center also provides instruction at all seven school districts in Greene County, including engineering classes at YS High School. The school is the home of o the Peace Officer Basic Training Academy, and provides refresher courses for current law enforcement profes- sionals and runs an academy for upcoming corrections officers. Greene County Educational Service Center CONTACT: 360 E. Enon Road, 937‑767‑1303 WEB: www.greeneESC.org The mission of the Greene County Educational Ser vice Center is to promote the edu- cational success of students by providing essential, ef fective, specialized ser vices suppor t- ing collaborative par tnerships amongst all stakeholders. GCESC provides high-quality special education and instruc- tional services to the districts in Greene County. By coordinating services for the districts, GCESC is able to help them reduce duplication of personnel and programs, reducing costs for the schools. The center is con- sidered to be a premier provider of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, adapted physical education and mental health services for students. GCESC prov i des v i s i on , hearing, orientation and mobil- ity and audiology ser vices to districts; a center for students with behavioral disorders and emotional issues; the Intensive Needs Classrooms for students with severe communication dis- orders and behavioral issues; and preschool programming for Yellow Springs, Cedar Cliff, Bell- brook-Sugarcreek and Greenev- iew school districts. Greene County Learning Center CONTACT: Brad Kayata, Director of Education, 360 E. Enon Rd., 937‑767‑1303, ext. 1141 EMAIL: bkayata@greeneesc.org WEB: greeneesc.org The Greene County Learn- ing Center, or GCLC, is a public “separate facility” school pro- gram for students in grades K–12. We ser ve students from all school districts in Greene County. The caring staf f at GCLC work as a team to meet the academic and emotional needs of the youth that they ser ve. The major objectives of the program are to help the indi- vidual gain self-awareness skills, learn new coping skills, increase the ability to make appropriate choices and improve social - interpersonal interaction with peers and adults. An additional objective is to help the students achieve academically to the best of their abilities. The ultimate goal is to help each student to successfully return to the home school environment and to func- tion more fully in the world around them. Open Air Village CONTACT: 800 Livermore St., Nicole Gay, Director/Owner, 937‑230‑8684 EMAIL: nicole@ openairvillage.com WEB: www.openairvillage.com Open Air Village is a privately owned, ODJFS-licensed early childhood center for children ages 3–10. Located on Antioch College’s historic campus, children learn naturally through play in an “open air,” outdoor classroom. The mission of Open Air Vil- lage is to provide a respectful and nur turing environment for the developing child. The cen- ter’s programs are designed to encourage each child’s growth by being in tune with their social, emotional, physical and educa- tional interests; core values are respect for children, embracing diversity, involvement of the community and nature educa- tion. Founded in September of 2020 , v i l l agers Ni cole and Br yan Gay responded to the community’s need as working parents were struggling to find childcare. The school currently have one nature preschool class, one after-school group, and two infant/toddler programs. Programs include nature- based preschool (ages 3–5) and after-school care for Mills Lawn Elementar y students (ages 5-10). In addition, the school hosts programs for caregivers and children to enjoy together: natural movement for infants (0–24 months) and music play classes (ages 0–3). Yellow Springs Public Schools CONTACT: Dr. Terri L. Holden, superintendent, 937‑767‑7381; Megan Winston, Mills Lawn principal, 937‑767‑7217; Jack Hatert, McKinney School/ Yellow Springs High School principal, 937‑767‑7224 WEB: ysschools.org Students in Yellow Springs have the opportunity to pursue an education in three award- winning schools: Mills Lawn Elementar y School , McKin- ney Middle School and Yellow Springs High School. Recognized as leaders in proj- ect-based learning, the schools have a longstanding reputation for encouraging critical thinking, individual creativity, respect and appreciation for diversity and authentic learning in science, the fine arts and the humanities. The public schools are a vital and integral part of the Yellow Springs community and provide an educa- tion based on the belief that small schools can provide big opportu- nities. G L E N H E L E N Glen Helen CONTACT: 405 Corry Street, 937‑769‑1902 EMAIL: Nick Boutis, nboutis@ glenhelen.org WEB: www.glenhelen.org Glen Helen Nature Preserve is a living memorial to Helen Birch Bar tlett, created by her father, Hugh Taylor Birch. The scenic 1,125-acre preser ve is rich in natural formations and f ixtures, accessible from a 15-mile trail system. Visitors can witness blooming wildflowers, majestic 400-year- old trees, imposing limestone clif f overhangs, beautiful water- falls and the historic yellow spring for which the town is named. The Glen Helen Raptor Center rehabilitates birds of prey, and keeps “educational ambassadors” on display. The Outdoor Educat ion Center of fers residential environmen- tal learning programs for chil- dren. Trails are open year-round during daylight hours. The preser ve is owned and operated by the Glen Helen Association, a nonprofit mem- bership-based organization. To view maps, a calendar of events or to support the Glen, visit glen- helen.org . L I B R A R Y Yellow Springs Community Library CONTACT: 937‑352‑4003, 937‑767‑7661 WEB: www.greenelibrary.info Par t of the Greene County Publ ic Librar y system, the Yel low Spr ings Communi ty Library is a hub for many of the village’s community programs, resources and activities. All that’s needed is a librar y card to gain access to all the public library has to of fer. The library ser ves ever yone, driven by a strong culture focused on creat-