12/11/2019

State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria Attends 2019 Ohio Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Showcase

By: Staff Blogger

State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria helped recognize 230 schools and districts at the 2019 Ohio Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Showcase.

@OHEducationSupt speaking to the audience at the #2019PBISShowcase! “I love this Showcase!” pic.twitter.com/Y1LHLhHkmX

— Ohio PBIS Network (@OHPBIS) December 11, 2019

Encouraging words from @OHEducationSupt to kick off the #2019PBISShowcase @OHEducation pic.twitter.com/9wUjN5JbV8

— Ohio PBIS Network (@OHPBIS) December 11, 2019

It’s awards ceremony time at the #2019PBISShowcase! Our own @ScottTripsdad97 on stage presenting the silver awards with @OHEducationSupt congratulating recipients. There were 230 awards from @OHPBIS in 2019! Well done!!! pic.twitter.com/kgoMlHbzki

— Ohio PBIS Network (@OHPBIS) December 11, 2019

District awards show a system-wide commitment to PBIS implementation! Congratulations to award winning districts! #2019PBISShowcase @OHEducation pic.twitter.com/OusWrqRmAs

— Ohio PBIS Network (@OHPBIS) December 11, 2019

I’m proud to help recognize 230 schools and districts at today’s #2019PBISShowcase that created safe, supportive school environments and improved student outcomes! My sincere thanks to the more than 900 participants here today, sharing best practices! 👏👏👏 @OHPBIS #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/cv63iwYeoN

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) December 11, 2019

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12/10/2019

State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria Celebrates Computer Science Education Week

By: Staff Blogger

State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria helped celebrate Computer Science Education Week and Ohio's inaugural Computer Science Advocacy Day at the Ohio Statehouse, where more than 100 students showcased their skills and highlighted the impact of computer science for Ohio legislators.

John Marshall IT HS students explaining their projects to @OHEducationSupt! Thank you for stopping by! @CSforCLE @CSUCollegeofEd @CmsdKaren pic.twitter.com/X2ltKGVI4B

— Debbie Jackson (@debbiekjackson) December 10, 2019

Love Ohio’s kind and competent state sup @OHEducationSupt! He made our #CSEducationWeek celebration at the Ohio statehouse specia for @PLTWorg kids! pic.twitter.com/t3ITBe3NNu

— Amy Lore (@AmyRLore) December 10, 2019

So glad for the opportunity to discuss computer science with @OHEducationSupt today at CS Day at the Statehouse! Thank you for your time and interest in our students! #BHS2019CSEdWeek #PLTW @BrunswickCSD pic.twitter.com/c1s6dIXHAx

— Alicia Chamberlain (@mrschamcham) December 10, 2019

Not only is it National #CSEdWeek, it’s also Ohio’s first Computer Science Advocacy Day! Amazing to watch more than 100 students share their knowledge with Ohio legislators. I’m so impressed by their passion for learning and focus on impacting the future of education! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/QX3tUZlYXT

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) December 10, 2019

I met a bright group of students from @CLEMetroSchools’ @JohnMarshallSC1 at today’s Computer Science Advocacy Day! #CSEdWeek is in full swing, and Ohio students are coming together to make a difference and support these vital skills. 👏 #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/bt0rBGlf2x

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) December 11, 2019

Computer Science Advocacy Day was full of students who pride themselves on being problem solvers, like Emalee from @GEVSDTigerPride’s McClain High School! Today’s jobs and the jobs of the future demand these skills. These students have bright futures ahead! #CSEdWeek #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/43U5EXoU27

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) December 11, 2019

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12/6/2019

State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria Visits the Arts & College Preparatory Academy

By: Staff Blogger

State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria visisted the Arts & College Preparatory Academy in Columbus, meeting talented student artists and their inspiring instructors. State Board of Education Member Stephanie Dodd joined Superintendent DeMaria for the visit.

In Ohio, you’ll find students pursuing excellence in many ways. The Arts & College Preparatory Academy (@GetACPA) in Columbus provides an inspiring place for students to thrive in the arts! I’ll share updates with student artists & their talented instructors shortly. #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/Uo0aezBp0l

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) December 6, 2019

This year @GetACPA welcomed 100 new 7th and 8th grade students into their community. Let’s hear a little from my conversation with Principal Richard Albeit about the building’s middle school expansion! @StephanieDodd @OCCScharters #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/ROo226RTiM

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) December 6, 2019

Student voice is a well represented and embraced part of the culture at @GetACPA! It’s clear students are at the center of this school — artistic expression is found on the walls of every classroom and down each hallway. 🎭🎨🎼🎸✏️ @StephanieDodd @OCCScharters #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/JOWrJAMEjD

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) December 7, 2019

I had the pleasure of learning about all that @GetACPA has to offer from 3 of their amazing students, our tour guides: Wilona, Evan and Joselin! @StephanieDodd & I are excited you’re having a meaningful high school experience! Thanks for showing us around! @OCCScharters #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/NzSycFWCDK

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) December 7, 2019

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11/23/2019

State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria Invites 10 First-Year Teachers to Dinner

By: Staff Blogger

With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria showed his gratitude to those choosing the teaching profession by inviting 10 first-year teachers to join him for dinner. Superintendent DeMaria and the group of teachers discussed their experiences with students during this first year, the future of education, shared ideas and celebrated victories. On behalf of all of us at the Ohio Department of Education, thank you to all teachers for the important work you do every day. Happy Thanksgiving!

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I took a group of first year teachers to dinner. I’m so grateful that they’ve chosen to enter the teaching profession. So impressive! The future of OH education & students is in great hands! #OhioLovesTeachers #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/7XCrzceHpf

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) November 23, 2019

So cool to meet the state superintendent! It was great to see my friend, and fellow first year teacher, again too! pic.twitter.com/kaIMV2AHtS

— Rachel Wire (@misswire_reyn) November 23, 2019

Spent a spectacular evening with 9 fellow educators sharing personal anecdotes, discussing hot topics in education, and reflecting on our inspiration for becoming teachers. Thank you @OHEducationSupt for the generosity and for facilitating such meaningful conversations!

— Miss Belsky (@TheBelskyBunch) November 23, 2019

And what a great opportunity to reunite with fellow alumni of our teacher preparation program at @miamiuniversity @OHEducationSupt pic.twitter.com/czXEDOEs6L

— Miss Belsky (@TheBelskyBunch) November 23, 2019

I am so thankful that I was invited to dinner in Columbus with @OHEducationSupt along with other first year educators. It was amazing to share thoughts and experiences with others who are as passionate as I am about teaching children. I am so grateful to be a teacher! #WeareFHSD pic.twitter.com/hemynsL7Ls

— Miss Massa (@MissMassa1) November 23, 2019

It was an honor to have dinner with @OHEducationSupt and 9 other first year teachers sharing ideas and insight about our school years so far and what it took to get there. Very inspiring! pic.twitter.com/Tx5CFpCsY4

— Amanda Fidler (@amanda_fidler28) November 23, 2019

Thanks @OHEducationSupt for letting me come to dinner with a group of first year teachers. It's so critical that teachers are listened to, and you are a powerful voice for us. It was interesting hearing their perspectives. pic.twitter.com/TGyLyqUrp2

— Moriah Walker (@WalkerWizardsLJ) November 23, 2019

I was honored to attend dinner with @OHEducationSupt and other first year teachers. We engaged in meaningful conversations and reflected on our first year. We also celebrated our victories and I got to reunite with some fellow Miami grads! What a wonderful evening! #WEareLakota pic.twitter.com/BRC5zKH8Nv

— Katie Medaris (@missmedaris) November 23, 2019

Ohio is fortunate to have @OHEducationSupt as our state superintendent. He is passionate about education and loves the teachers and students he serves. No doubt, it shows by his actions. #servantleader @OHEducation #gratitude #OhioEd https://t.co/0YyIfgo5eh

— The Teacher Librarian (@MrsTsLLC) November 23, 2019

So thankful for a great dinner, wonderful conversations, and new connections. Thank you @OHEducationSupt! #WEareLakota #theEASTway https://t.co/9YxOTzY1YT

— Katie Medaris (@missmedaris) November 23, 2019

We are definitely thankful for these new educators, especially our very own Kim Banks (Pre-Nursing Instructor). Thank you @OHEducationSupt for including Kim and all that you do for #OhioEd #proudtobewccc #wearewccc #teachers #careerteched #residenteducator https://t.co/HEBwXbWYf6

— WarrenCoCareerCenter (@WarrenCoCareer) November 23, 2019

Your leadership is always about modeling what’s most important to us as educators....RELATIONSHIPS!! Thank you @OHEducationSupt for your leadership!

— Lori Green (@loriannegreen) November 24, 2019

Yes!!! @MadduxMustangs own @MissMassa1 is amazing & representing with Ohio’s Superintendent @OHEducationSupt https://t.co/V2DlJ98X5v

— Heather Milligan (@milliga2) November 24, 2019

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11/22/2019

State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria Attends Youth Human Trafficking Prevention Summit

By: Staff Blogger

State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria was at the statehouse with the 2019 Ohio Teacher of the Year and current Ohio Teacher Fellow, Mona Al-Hayani. Al-Hayani is an advocate for human tracking prevention. Her student group, Young Women for Change, assisted with the programming at this year’s summit.

So proud of the students attending today’s 3rd Annual #HumanTrafficking Youth Prevention Summit! Learning how to engage on this important issue is inspiring. Individuals CAN make a difference! Kudos to 2019 #OhioTotY @MonaAlHayani for her cont’d dedication on this effort! #OhioEd pic.twitter.com/x4IP3JOKlw

— Paolo DeMaria (@OHEducationSupt) November 22, 2019

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