Dr. Deborah Telfer, Project Director

Deb joined the project in March 2011 and oversees the federal deafblind project as well as several other federally funded initiatives.  Prior to joining the center, she served as executive director of the Ohio Department of Education’s (ODE’s) Center for School Improvement where she was responsible for the development and growth of Ohio’s statewide system of support, and before that as associate and interim director of ODE’s Office for Exceptional Children. 

Heather Herbster, Project Coordinator

Heather came to the Ohio Center Deafblind Education after working a number of years with the Ohio Deaf-Blind Outreach Program. She coordinates project activities and works alongside our center staff and stakeholders to ensure that all state and federal goals are being addressed.

Allison Glasgow, Family Information Specialist

Allison coordinates the OCDBE census and processes all product orders. She also works to connect families with each other through activities such as the annual Parent Retreat while also sharing information and resources through The Buckeye Link newsletter, lending library materials, and special updates from our partner agencies.

Leanne Parnell, Deafblind Outreach Specialist

Leanne coordinates many of the training opportunities, including INSITE and the Parent Enrichment Series. Leanne is also responsible for organizing DBTAP visits, setting up the Mentor Program and sending out Milestone Packets.