Ohio Honors High School Students’ Commitment to U.S. Military Service at Military Signing Day

The annual Military Signing Day, held at National Veterans Memorial and Museum, brought together high school seniors and juniors who are entering service academies, have committed to serve as active duty, Reserve, or National Guard members, or have earned a Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship.

Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Seeking Sponsors for SUN Meals Summer Food Service Program

Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is seeking local nonprofit agencies to participate as sponsors or sites for this year’s SUN Meals summer food service program. The Summer Food Service Program ensures children ages 1-18 continue to receive nutritious meals during the summer break from school, when they do not have access to school breakfast or lunch.

Report Details School Districts' Progress Implementing Cell Phone Policies

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce today released a report detailing the progress of school districts in creating and implementing policies on the use of cell phones in schools.

State leaders pledge commitment to cut chronic absenteeism

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen D. Dackin today pledged to cut chronic absence by 50% over five years in Ohio schools. Chronic absenteeism negatively impacts social and academic development. Studies show the connection between regular attendance and critical school measures such as reading proficiently, performing well academically, and graduating from high school.

Ohio School Report Cards show improved English Language Arts proficiency for elementary students

Ohio School Report Cards show improved English Language Arts proficiency for elementary students 

Percentage of students earning an industry-recognized credential doubles over past year; graduation rates reach highest levels in more than a decade