State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Visits Ashville Elementary

By: Staff Blogger

Part of building excitement for student learning means creating a culture of continuous improvement and feedback for educators and staff. Providing students with the necessary supports helps to meet their unique needs and positions them to learn and grow. State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria visited Ashville Elementary School on Jan. 11 and learned how their educators and staff create a positive school climate for kids. The Ohio Department of Education recently recognized Ashville Elementary, in the Teays Valley Local School District, as one of the state’s High Progress Schools of Honor for 2018.

Ohio's High Progress Schools of Honor, like Ashville Elementary, remove non-academic barriers to learning and create the conditions so that all students can achieve. I was thrilled to meet with Ashville educators and staff today in the Teays Valley Local School District! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/4n5CPZ7Qoe

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 11, 2019

Double dribble! Part of educating the whole child is making sure kids stay active and engaged throughout the day.

I appreciated the chance to join these Ashville students during P.E. class. Learning about teamwork and having fun! @TV_Vikes @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/Vi1ug8aM6s

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 12, 2019

This was fantastic! Ashville students take the lead as they demonstrate multiple methods to problem solving.

Tammy Wheeler empowers her third grade students to take ownership of the learning process. Peer-to-peer learning at its best! @TV_Vikes @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/SsyMuEtea1

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 12, 2019

Many thanks to the Ashville Elementary educators, staff and students! Congratulations on being recognized as a High Progress School of Honor.

I am inspired by the work happening in your school and the Teays Valley District. Bravo to all! @TV_Vikes @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/bMPqNuiupd

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 12, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Visits Central Elementary

By: Staff Blogger

Central Elementary School educators shine a spotlight on improvement with their focus on foundational knowledge and skills, one of the four learning domains critical to the success of students. This focus, showcased in Each Child, Our Future and connected to its accountability system, is one of the reasons the school was recognized as a High Progress School of Honor for 2018. On Jan. 11, State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria visited Central Elementary, in the Logan-Hocking School District, to meet this community of caring educators and staff.

I'm excited to join the learning community today at Central Elementary in the Logan-Hocking School District. @OHEducation recently recognized Central as a High Progress School of Honor. Congratulations to the educators, staff and students! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/8GC0OXErrv

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 11, 2019

Now that's what I call a book club!

Lauren Shaw's Central Elementary fourth grade students are building their vocabulary and strengthening literacy skills while reading "James and the Giant Peach." Students are focused and engaged in the text! @LH_News @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/Jljqr56fa6

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 11, 2019

Preschool power! Thanks to Kristen Stimmel, and her students, for a glimpse into their learning journey.

These young learners at Central Elementary are excited about letters because Mrs. Stimmel incorporates hands-on activities with storytelling! @LH_News @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/FTpjK6Y6Ao

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 11, 2019

Super sentences! Critical thinking is key for Diana Dixon's Central Elementary kindergarten students.

As they learn about sentence composition, students use pictures to stay focused on the subject. Mrs. Dixon empowers kids to advance the narrative! @LH_News @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/5WAICW0voq

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 11, 2019

Great to meet the community of caring educators and staff at Central Elementary today.

Thanks for all you do on behalf of students and families! @LH_News @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/EogZK686Dg

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 11, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Visits Rockhill Elementary

By: Staff Blogger

In December, the Ohio Department of Education recognized 66 schools as High Progress Schools of Honor for 2018. These schools have sustained high achievement and substantial progress while addressing non-academic barriers to learning. State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria visited Rockhill Elementary in the Alliance City School District, one of the Schools of Honor, to see teaching and learning in action and how educators create the conditions for student success.

All students can succeed! Rockhill Elementary, in the @AllianceCSD, was recognized as a “High Progress School of Honor" and I'm excited to visit with educators, staff and students to see the incredible work happening in their school community. @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/fBeaTpW9Eo

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 8, 2019

In command of their learning! Rockhill Elementary students are ready to share different ways to solve problems during their math lesson today. It's wonderful to see how students are engaged in the classroom discussion. Bravo to all! @AllianceCSD @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/PpVztZ33qt

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 8, 2019

Each day is a writer's workshop! I found a great spot to connect with some young authors at Rockhill Elementary.

I appreciated the chance to hear how students are approaching their persuasive writing prompts. Sharing leads to more discussion! @AllianceCSD @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/LfikGlpUyS

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 8, 2019

Creating and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement! Great to learn from Rockhill Elementary educators about how their daily practices directly connect to student achievement and address the needs of the whole child. #EachChildOurFuture @AllianceCSD @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/2jtMUzLMcR

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 9, 2019

Many thanks to the Rockhill Elementary educators, staff and students for welcoming me to your school community.

Congratulations on your “High Progress School of Honor" recognition. Keep up the great work! @AllianceCSD @OHEducation #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/hyu3vosHLe

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 9, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Presents at the Ashland Leadership Academy

By: Staff Blogger

School district superintendents and central office personnel from across Ohio assembled for a two-day seminar as part of the Ashland Leadership Academy. In conjunction with Ashland University, the seminar provides professional development, networking and team-building opportunities. Paolo DeMaria, superintendent of public instruction, spoke to the group on Jan. 5 about Each Child, Our Future—Ohio’s Strategic Plan for Education.

Wonderful to connect with district leaders today at the Ashland Leadership Academy!

The seminar’s theme, Leading with the Heart in Mind, is a perfect call to action to begin the year focused on strengthening connections with educators and students. #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/SF6qKdkX4y

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 5, 2019

#EachChildOurFuture is Ohio’s Strategic Plan for Education. Why now? We need to make some fundamental shifts in our system.

It’s critical we look at proactive approaches to addressing the needs of all students, and move our focus away from compliance toward support. #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/RlzMU5O5Xd

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 5, 2019

Preparing all students for success! Let’s be deliberate in how we introduce and teach the knowledge and skills required for the future. #EachChildOurFuture highlights four equal learning domains in our efforts to reach Ohio’s goal for kids. #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/VXQRs5VU7U

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 5, 2019

What’s next for 2019? Let’s renew our commitment to continuous improvement.

We all play a critical role to prepare Ohio’s students for success. Working together, with #EachChildOurFuture as a road map, will get us there! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/mNHro8O20r

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 5, 2019

Many thanks to the Ashland Leadership Academy organizers and attendees! I am inspired by the work happening in Ohio’s schools and look forward to keeping our momentum going. Thanks for everything you do on behalf of Ohio’s students and their families. #EachChildOurFuture #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/2Mg6p6h7ia

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) January 6, 2019