Ombudsman

To help ensure equitable services and other benefits for eligible private school children, teachers and other educational personnel, and families, the Ohio Department of Education has designated an ombudsman to monitor and enforce equitable services requirements under both Title I and Title VIII of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA sections 1117(a)(3)(B) and 8501(a)(3)(B)).
 
A key requirement for successful implementation of equitable services is the consultation between local educational agencies (LEAs)/public school districts and appropriate private/nonpublic school officials. ESEA Section 1117(b)(1) and ESEA Section 8501(c)(1) specify that the goal of consultation is agreement between the public district and appropriate nonpublic school officials on how to provide equitable and effective programs for eligible private school children.  The Office of Federal Programs has developed a document to provide guidance for LEAs and nonpublic schools in implementing equitable service requirements, consultation and resolving disagreements.

Chantelle Carter, Ombudsman

(614) 466-5203
Chantelle.Carter@education.ohio.gov



Resources

The following US Department of Education Non-Regulatory Guidance is helpful in developing and implementing nonpublic equitable services.

Last Modified: 9/14/2021 3:23:35 PM