Tag: Spotlight

  • 50th Anniversary Spotlight on David Flechler

    50th Anniversary Spotlight on David Flechler

    The passion and experience of the HDI Program staff will take us forward, as leaders, for another 50 years. David Flechler, Technical Support How did you come to know HDI? I started as a STEPS temporary employee in the Summer of 1998. How long have you been at HDI and what is your role? I…

  • 50th Anniversary Spotlight on Kate Dean

    50th Anniversary Spotlight on Kate Dean

    The one piece of advice I would share is to take time to dig into the resources available through HDI to support your work. Regardless of the role you play or where you see your project fitting, there is more to learn. HDI is well connected within and outside of Kentucky and it’s exciting to…

  • 50th Anniversary Spotlight on Aaron Piercefield

    50th Anniversary Spotlight on Aaron Piercefield

    You can bring more joy to yourself and those around you, by aligning what your passionate about with the needs of others. Aaron Piercefield, Lead Applications Developer How did you come to know HDI? I was made aware of HDI and the need for assistance in the Early Childhood Technology group through an acquaintance working…

  • 50th Anniversary Spotlight on Caroline Gooden

    50th Anniversary Spotlight on Caroline Gooden

    HDI is an encouraging, supportive place to try new skills and to expand our mission of services to people with disabilities. I am most grateful for recent opportunities to teach college students and to promote inclusive education with tomorrow’s leaders. -Caroline Gooden, Disability Program Administrator How did you come to know HDI? I learned about…

  • 50th Anniversary Spotlight on Joe Cowan

    50th Anniversary Spotlight on Joe Cowan

    I would encourage everyone to work hard and do their best, as future accomplishments are unlimited for HDI. -Joe Cowan How did you come to know HDI? I learned of HDI while attending college. How long have you been at HDI and what is your role? I have been involved since 2003, as a member…

  • 50th Anniversary Spotlight on Carolyn Wheeler

    50th Anniversary Spotlight on Carolyn Wheeler

    HDI will continue to play a key role in systems change efforts here in Kentucky as well as impact people with disabilities and their families on a personal level. -Carolyn Wheeler, Human Development Institute Project Director How did you come to know HDI? While I do not recall the occasion, I met Harold Kleinert and…

  • 50th Anniversary Spotlight on Tina Buster

    50th Anniversary Spotlight on Tina Buster

    “Results”…Since I’ve been here I see the results of the hard work provided by the individuals employed here. I’ve seen how we’ve grown from the state of Kentucky throughout the US helping individual become better educators for individuals with disabilities. This is a place of “results;” we see them daily in the faces of those…

  • 50th Anniversary Spotlight on Tina Lindon

    50th Anniversary Spotlight on Tina Lindon

    HDI’s a great place to work, and we have a great group of people to work with. Our job is never done, we will always evolve and strive for better. —Tina Lindon, Human Development Institute Staff Assistant

  • 50th Anniversary Spotlight on Don Lollar

    50th Anniversary Spotlight on Don Lollar

    Only being a newcomer I see HDI as a wonderful partner on behalf of people with disabilities across Kentucky and across the life span. —Don Lollar, EdD, Interim Director of Research

  • HDI 50th Anniversary Spotlight on Milton Tyree

    HDI 50th Anniversary Spotlight on Milton Tyree

    For me, HDI has been a place to explore, learn and grow – professionally and personally. —Milton Tyree, HDI Supported Employment Training Project (SETP)