From the Superintendent

Where I grew up in northwest Ohio, farming and manufacturing put bread on the table for most families—mine included.  My dad had a degree in vocational agriculture and was a farmer. I remember as a teenager learning a manufacturing skill—welding—so I could help repair farm machinery at our place.

I’m 63 years old now, and the need for skilled manufacturing workers hasn’t changed. Ohio is behind only two other states—California and Texas—in the percentage of our Gross State Product made up of manufactured goods. Some 600,000 Ohioans are employed in the industry.

Before Ohio Manufacturing Month ends, I think we should congratulate our state’s manufacturers for the prosperity they bring to our state. But we need to do more than that. We need to help them survive.

Deadlines and Dates

Approaching deadlines or important dates mentioned in previous editions of EdConnection

For school superintendents, principals and treasurers

• International Baccalaureate leadership seminars are Nov. 21 and 22
• Free resources available for Veterans Day observances required by law

For curriculum directors, teachers and school counselors

Upcoming Workshop covers prevention strategies and legal updates on sexual misconduct

From the Superintendent

People frequently ask me about changes to Ohio’s graduation requirements. It has been difficult to give a clear answer because so much has been in flux, complicating this issue. Here is what we know right now.

Deadlines and Dates

Approaching deadlines or important dates mentioned in previous editions of EdConnection

For school superintendents, principals and treasurers

• Straight A Fund application deadline is Friday 
• Oct. 28-29: Annual Statewide Education Conference – online registration closes Friday
• Enroll by Oct. 31 to save on workers’ comp premiums