Disabled Students Services Staff

Jaimie Dillard

Jaimie Dillard is the DSS Director. She oversees DSS activities. She is also an academic advisor and assists students with special accommodations, educational plans, course selection, and registration.

Denise Mannion

Denise Mannion is the Support Services Coordinator. She is the person to see when you need a Tutor, or want to become a Tutor for DSS. Denise can help you if you need a notetaker or need to set up accommodations for taking tests or for other services provided by DSS.

Linda Rogers

Linda Rogers is the DSS Program Assistant. She coordinates the intake and eligibility process and can assist you with acquiring documentation of your disability from the appropriate agency or professional. See Linda to make your appointments for advising and services.

Marlys Cordoba

Marlys Cordoba is the Learning Disabilities Specialist. She assesses and determines student eligibility for Learning Disabilities within the California Community Colleges. She also provides services and strategies for the Learning Disabled student to succeed in the classroom. Marlys is a Reading Specialist and teaches reading courses at COS. She also serves as an academic advisor specializing in reading, teaching credentials, and Learning Disabilities.

Donna Farris

Donna Farris is an Instructional Aide for the Learning Disability Program. She schedules appointments for assessments to determine eligibility for Learning Disabilities Services and also provides general information regarding support services for the Learning Disabled. Donna also tutors Learning Disabled students in Math one-on-one.

Eric Yerkes

Eric Yerkes is the College of the Siskiyous High Tech Center Technician. Eric oversees and maintains the High Tech Center computer lab and provides students with training in assistive computer technology and basic computer applications. The High Tech Center also produces materials in a variety of alternative formats including audio, e-text, large print and Braille, in order to meet student accessibility requirements.

Richard Blalock

Richard Blalock is the High Tech Center Instructional Aide. He assists in the maintenance of the High Tech Center and also provides assistance and training for students in the HTC lab. Richard also produces alternate format materials for qualified students.