Applications may be submitted securely online for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old for the 2026-2027 school year beginning Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. Please review the frequently asked questions below. If you do not have a computer, mobile device, or internet, please call 937-658-6709 to reserve a computer at the Sidney Center. Frequently… Read more »
Written by: Leigh Anne Wenning, Superintendent You may not realize it, but the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities (SCBDD) is currently supporting 77 individuals with disabilities to maintain competitive employment right here in our local community. Through strong partnerships with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) and local businesses, we’re seeing more people with… Read more »
We’re excited to partner with Chipotle for a delicious way to give back to Shelby Hills Preschool. Join us for a fundraiser night where 25% of event sales will be donated directly to support our preschool programs! 📅 Event Details: 🌟 Two Ways to Support: 🍴 Why It Matters: Every order placed during the fundraiser… Read more »
Written by: Leigh Anne Wenning, Superintendent At the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities, we often get questions about who can qualify for our services. Because the process can sometimes feel a little confusing, we’d like to share some basics to help clear things up. Across Ohio, every county uses the same assessment tool approved… Read more »
Our Annual Staff In-Service brought our team together for learning, connection, and a bit of fun — including team building activities, department updates, and a hilarious skit from our CEO department. We also took time to recognize some truly amazing team members for their Years of Service. Awards were presented by Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning,… Read more »
Welcome to the 2025 T-Shirt Sale to support Shelby Hills Preschool! Each year Shelby Hills raises money to purchase pumpkins for Fall Fun Day, provide supplies for classrooms, provide crafts for the Christmas Program, and much more. Once again, they’ve collaborated with Ernst Apparel to create an annual fundraiser that shows school spirit! If interested,… Read more »
During this year’s Shelby County Fair in Sidney, Ohio, visitors had the opportunity to take a break from the excitement at the Calming Corner, a peaceful space located inside the Wilson Health Hospitality Tent. Sponsored by Wilson Health and the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities, the Calming Corner was created as a supportive environment… Read more »
Submitted Story from YMCA to the Sidney Daily News The Sidney-Shelby County YMCA has announced a new addition to its Special Populations locker room — an adult changing table made possible through support from the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities (DD). The upgrade marks another step forward in the YMCA’s ongoing commitment to inclusion,… Read more »
Written by Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning If you’ve ever driven by the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities (SCBDD) on a sunny summer day and thought things might be quiet inside—you’d be surprised! While Shelby Hills Preschool is the only program that takes a break during the summer, the rest of the SCBDD team stays… Read more »
After more than three decades of exceptional service in education and developmental disabilities, Nancy Stiefel is retiring from the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Her career reflects a deep commitment to improving the lives of children and families, and her impact will be felt for years to come. Nancy earned her Bachelor of Science… Read more »