Media Releases

Dr. Laura Meeks Steps Down from Youngstown Academic Distress Commission, John Richard Appointed

Dr. Lonny J. Rivera, interim state superintendent of public instruction, today accepted the resignation of Youngstown Academic Distress Commission member Dr. Laura Meeks, effective June 1, 2016, a position she held since May of 2015.

State Board of Education of Ohio Awards High Performing Schools

The State Board of Education of Ohio today recognized two districts and 46 schools with the All A Award for earning straight A’s on their 2014-2015 Ohio School Report Cards.

Paolo DeMaria Selected as Ohio’s State Superintendent of Public Instruction

In a unanimous vote today by the State Board of Education of Ohio, Paolo DeMaria was selected as the next State Superintendent of Public Instruction to lead the Ohio Department of Education.

Ohio Department of Education Recognizes Schools of Promise and Schools of Honor

Ohio is recognizing 29 schools today for maintaining high academic achievement among their students, including many from economically disadvantaged circumstances that can make learning difficult.

Ohio School Recognized as National Green Ribbon School

An Ohio school is among 47 schools, 15 districts and 11 postsecondary institutions nationally honored for their exemplary efforts to reduce environmental impact and utility costs, improve health and wellness, and ensure effective environmental education, including civics and green career pathways.