The Department of Student Services

  • The Department of Student Services is responsible for providing a multitude of services to both general education and special education students. We currently service students in GPPSS, who qualify for special education, from birth through age 25.

    The Student Services office oversees:
    Special Education
    Early On
    Section 504
    Homebound Instruction
    Tutoring List

    If you have any questions or require further information, please contact the Student Services Department at (313) 432-3856.

    Stefanie Hayes

    Dear Parents and Guardians,
    My name is Stefanie Hayes. I have been working with families and students with disabilities for over 20 years. I am excited to be working in a great district like Grosse Pointe.  I look forward to our ongoing work with parents and students to provide efficient and purposeful services for your child.

    Department Beliefs:
    • To be consistent, knowledgeable, and supportive professionals, working in the best interest of the students.
    • To foster positive relationships that build trust with families and staff.
    • To be collaborative, confident, and competent in working directly with students, families, and each other.
     
    I look forward to working with you.  Please contact me if you have any questions, comments, or concerns at hayess@gpschools.org or (313) 432-3851.
     
    Sincerely,

    Stefanie Hayes, Ed.S.

    Director of Student Services

    *We will be updating our Student Services webpage. 

    We have three dedicated and knowledgeable Supervisors for special education.  

    Lillie Loder - contact information loderl@gpschools.org

    Lisa Dougherty - contact information doughel@gpschools.org

    Emily Hiser - contact information hisere@gpschools.org

    The Grosse Pointe Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

    The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding  the non-discrimination policies, and is the Grosse Pointe School District's 504 coordinator:

    Stefanie Hayes, Director of Student Services
    20090 Morningside
    Grosse Pointe Woods, MI  48236
    Phone:  313‑432‑3851

    For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1‑800‑421‑3481.