State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Visits the Leetonia Exempted Village School District

By: Staff Blogger

Great to join State Board members Mark Lamoncha and John Hagan in the Leetonia Exempted Village School District.

Many thanks to the educators, staff and students for welcoming us to your teaching and learning community! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/3nVIrAJDSa

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 29, 2019

Programming prowess + industry credentials!

Amazing to hear from Leetonia students and watch real world skills in action with their @VEXRobotics projects. #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/v18uVIAcI0

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 29, 2019

Incredible things are happening in Ohio's schools! From helping others through a community service project to strengthening in-demand skills via programming & robotics, I appreciated the chance to talk with @WKBN about the teaching & learning excitement in our classrooms. #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/BuXpgmQQHy

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 29, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Visits Sebring Local Schools

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Excited to be in @SebringLocal with some future robotics engineers! I met with educators and students at McKinley Jr./Sr. High School and learned about points of pride in their learning community. Glad to be here with State Board members Mark Lamoncha and John Hagan. #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/Us4Hca9UWj

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 29, 2019

There are 34,000 children in Ohio with one or more parents serving in the military. The #OhioPurpleStar showcases the ways a school goes above & beyond to support these learners. @SebringLocal has two school recipients: McKinley Jr./Sr. High School & Miller Elementary! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/ecruitw8SN

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 29, 2019

These Miller Elementary students are READY for a day of learning! Many thanks to Betsy Walsh & her @SebringLocal kindergarten students for showing us this wonderful way to begin the day. Sharing great news with each other, being attentive listeners & focusing on details! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/r4oT9ngLE1

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 29, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Learns About Education and Business Partnerships in Van Wert

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CEO starter pack! The Career Educational Opportunities (CEO) program in Van Wert City Schools is the perfect connection between classroom learning and real world experience.

Great to join @Linda_Haycock to see the program in action at National Door and Trim in Van Wert! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/RfjbmNlStH

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 27, 2019

Blueprint for success! Nathan is a @VWCSCougars construction engineering student. He brought his AutoCAD experience to National Door and Trim as part of the district's CEO/internship program. Great to hear how he utilized his skill set to fulfill a company need! @PLTWorg #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/waG7dQa4yV

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 27, 2019

Education and business partnerships strengthen the community! Excited to share with @WANE15 how the Career Educational Opportunities (CEO) program in Van Wert City Schools provides a big WIN for all! @VWCSCougars #EachChildOurFuture #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/jRED2wEdps

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 27, 2019

Culinary connoisseurs! I extend my gratitude to the Vantage Career Center's Culinary Arts students for today's spectacular midday meal. Wonderful to meet with several @VCCstudents from a variety of programs and learn about their learning journeys and plans for the future! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/aWpUQY7WRp

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 27, 2019

Now THIS is job experience! As part of the Career Educational Opportunities program, Lawson is a member of the Van Wert Health team. From the ER to radiology to cardiopulmonary, he is getting incredibly valuable skills and training for his future. #EachChildOurFuture #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/ryzthv3HHN

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 27, 2019

Many thanks to Kerry Koontz, Van Wert Career Counselor and Program Lead for the Career Educational Opportunities program.

Bravo to Kerry and his team for partnering with local businesses and creating these rich and meaningful workplace experiences! #EachChildOurFuture #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/1MiAtvSCfn

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 27, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Visits Franklin Elementary School

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Fantastic things are happening in the Delphos City School District! I was pleased to join State Board member @Linda_Haycock to visit Franklin Elementary School, a 2018 School of Promise.

Congratulations to the school’s educators, staff, students and families! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/eIrMA65EjP

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 27, 2019

Students in Franklin Elementary are empowered to take ownership of their learning and showcase their knowledge in many different ways.

Teachers show students the connections to keep learning and growing. Many thanks to the Delphos City School District education team! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/fjFYSbZgxe

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 28, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Visits Lincolnview Elementary School

By: Staff Blogger

When you present a Momentum Award in March, it becomes 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁um Award! Congratulations to Lincolnview Elementary School in Lincolnview Local Schools! Glad to join State Board member @Linda_Haycock to honor your teaching and learning community. #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/nNhlUYjZKg

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 27, 2019

Never be afraid to ask a question! I love how these Lincolnview Elem. 1st grade students are encouraged to share what sparks their curiosity. Gaining knowledge, building confidence & adding to their list of things to explore. Thanks to Elizabeth Gerdeman and her learners! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/5tp0PNJcMX

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 27, 2019

Wonderful to join State Board member @Linda_Haycock at Lincolnview Elem. school. Educators and staff set high expectations and believe all students can succeed. The school's Momentum Award reflects this belief. Thanks to everyone for welcoming us to your school community! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/gnzYIhfKyF

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 27, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Attends the Ohio Early Childhood Systems Conference

By: Staff Blogger

The Ohio Early Childhood Systems Conference is an exciting example of a multi-agency collaboration on behalf of the state’s youngest learners. For the first time ever, all six of Ohio’s early childhood state agencies partnered to create this conference to improve early childhood education. The Ohio Department of Education joined the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, Ohio Department of Health, Ohio Department of Medicaid and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services to sponsor the conference.
 

Dynamic partnerships make the difference! The Early Childhood Systems Conference is a fantastic collaboration. Wonderful for @OHEducation to join our colleagues at @OhioMHAS, @DODDohio, @OHDeptOfHealth, @OhioMedicaid & @OhioJFS to work on behalf of our youngest learners. #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/W873KXTiYh

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 26, 2019

CARE and BELIEF. Ohio's educators ensure these critical ingredients are part of their learning communities each day. Incredible things happen in our classrooms when students experience both.

Thanks to everyone at the Early Childhood Systems Conference! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/mcrgMON9yb

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 26, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Attends the Central Ohio High School Hackathon

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Tonight, I’ve stopped by the Central Ohio High School I/O Hackathon. @HackOhio showcases 18 teams of high school students who have been coding all day. Judging is about to begin! @OhioState @STEMcoding #HSIO #STEM #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/lvRkB8mm5T

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 23, 2019

Exceptional ideas begin here! In addition to opportunities to build and create, coding can expand interests, open up new learning avenues and encourage exploration in #STEM.

Thanks to these @GLHSLions students for sharing their @HackOhio game concept! @GahannaJeffersn #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/46XNAGmOPh

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 24, 2019

I’ve been wowed by video games, mobile apps, information interfaces, GPS organizers and more here at the Central Ohio High School I/O Hackathon! These talented and amazing @HackOhio students are the future of #IT. Impressive! @OhioState @STEMcoding #HSIO #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/UpHRzDKn1I

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 23, 2019

Package shipping, meal delivery services and smartphone gaming: It's all rooted in coding! #Coding is integral to how we live our lives. It’s outstanding to see this excitement for coding, programming and computer science at @OhioState's @HackOhio Hackathon! @STEMcoding #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/gdn4sXHphc

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 23, 2019

#Coding really is a skill for ALL students! In addition to the awesome experience of building and creating, coding can expand interests, open up new learning avenues, especially in #STEM fields. @OhioState @HackOhio @STEMcoding #HSIO #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/wJzizGBxqV

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 23, 2019

And the winners are...HackerHub, Space Nerds, The Shams, The Dingoos, and many other. @hackohio Thanks to all the sponsors @OhioState @kroger_tech @CoverMyMeds @brooksource and all the volunteers! #hsio #ohioed pic.twitter.com/Lnb7Fu3CdN

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 24, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Attends the Ohio Association for Pupil Transportation’s Annual Conference

By: Staff Blogger

Learning communities thrive when everyone plays a role in student success!

Ohio's transportation professionals are critical to a school's climate and culture as they ensure positive connections with students, and safe travels to and from school. Thank you, @OAPTweet! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/lxlyIxp9f1

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 20, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Attends the Ohio Literacy Academy

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The Ohio Department of Education held its second annual Literacy Academy on March 18 and 19 for districts, schools and early childhood providers who are working toward raising literacy achievement. The Literacy Academy provides professional learning to support the use of evidence-based language and literacy practices.

Today I’m attending the State Literacy Academy! Listening to Dr Anita Archer’s delightful keynote on “The Magic is in the Instruction” Almost 1,000 Ohio educators in attendance! Awesome! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/1Z0rQDVCSm

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 18, 2019

I am inspired by the ideas, connections and strategies launched at Ohio's Literacy Academy and am encouraged by what this means for students.

Thanks to everyone for the wonderfully dynamic ways you create excitement for reading and advance student literacy skills! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/P5LJccEB5i

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 18, 2019

State Supt. Paolo DeMaria Attends Ohio DECA’s Career Development Conference

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Outstanding leadership, business, management, finance, hospitality and marketing skills are represented in the 2,500 students attending the 75th @Ohio_DECA Career Development Conference. So amazing to share the excitement with these students. Congrats to all! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/oN9mGwy3jV

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 16, 2019

With it being the 75th @Ohio_DECA Career Development Conference, it's fitting I was able to connect with @OHEducation advisers to DECA representing 49 years! Many thanks to everyone who plays a role in organizing and producing this fantastic event for students! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/7zBzrKMwZ0

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) March 16, 2019