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:

Stronger Together: Regional Partnerships Expand Pathways for Students From coordinated special education services to military career readiness, Ingham ISD connects districts, professionals, and community partners to support every learner.

Ingham ISD’s regional approach brings together 12 local districts, community partners, and professional learning opportunities to ensure students have access to consistent support and diverse postsecondary pathways. From special education coordination across the service area to Military Professional Development for educators, collaboration remains at the center of student success.

Principal for a Day: Connecting Classrooms and Community Lansing Regional Chamber partnership gives business leaders a firsthand look inside local schools.

Through a partnership with the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, Ingham ISD welcomed local business leader Rocco Rucinski to Waverly High School as part of the “Principal for a Day” initiative. The experience strengthened connections between schools and the business community while highlighting opportunities for collaboration that support students and the future workforce.