Dr. Stephanie Siddens has more than 26 years of experience in prekindergarten through grade 12 education. She has been with the Ohio Department of Education since 2006. Prior to being named interim superintendent of public instruction, Dr. Siddens served as the senior executive director of the Department's Center for Student Supports. In this role, she oversaw implementation of the whole child framework, early learning, special education, gifted education, and nutrition. In addition, her center implemented programs in support of special student populations, including students with disabilities, English learners, homeless youth, migrant, foster care, and justice-involved youth.