The Ingham ISD community is honoring the life and legacy of Denise Lycos, an educational leader who dedicated 47 years to serving students and families in special education. Her kindness, compassion, and unparalleled commitment to education inspired countless individuals and transformed lives.
Denise’s work was instrumental in creating inclusive learning environments that supported students of all abilities. Colleagues, students, and families remember her as a champion of education who always prioritized the needs of others. Though she is no longer with us, her influence will continue to shape the community for years to come.
Read more about her legacy: Denise Lycos Obituary
Recent Stories:
Ingham ISD staff came together for Opening Day with a question: “What if?” As the district begins year two of its "Power of What If?" theme, the focus is shifting to student voice—and creating meaningful learning experiences by listening to the students at the center of the work.
At Heartwood School, there’s no expectation that learning should look the same for every student. Teacher Samantha Mulder takes us inside her classroom to show how communication tools, flexible spaces, movement and individualized supports help middle school students with severe cognitive impairments learn in ways that work for them.
