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10/10/2023

Ohio Facilities Construction Commission recognized for LEED-certified school buildings

Recently, the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission was one of this year’s recipients for the Leadership Award for Organizational Excellence from the U.S. Green Building Council for building more environmentally friendly schools than anyone in the world. The commission has built 621 Leadership in Energy and Design (LEED®) Ohio schools, creating a greener and healthier future for students, teachers and administrators. LEED® schools are designed to use 35% less energy and an average of 30% less water than other buildings.

10/10/2023

Districts still can update profile links for Ohio School Report Cards by Oct. 23

The Ohio School Report Cards for each school district, community school and Career Technical Planning District provide links to district profile webpages that describe their unique qualities and successes. Districts that did not update the profile link on the recently published 2022-2023 Ohio School Report Cards can make updates by Oct. 23 if necessary.

10/10/2023

Dyslexia Awareness Month: Dyslexia support videos feature effective intervention approaches, professional learning and more

Districts and schools can deepen their knowledge during Dyslexia Awareness Month by checking out the Department’s dyslexia support videos that discuss effective interventions and professional learning opportunities.

10/10/2023

Register now for the Purple Star Award Application webinar

Register for the upcoming Purple Star Award webinar Oct. 18. The application window for the Purple Star Class of 2024 opens Nov. 1 and closes Dec. 15. Recipients will be announced in April 2024 during the Month of the Military Child.

10/10/2023

Week 2 of School Safety Month: A Focus on Emotional Safety

This year's theme for Ohio School Safety month is "Relationships for Safety," which recognizes the impact that positive relationships between school staff, students and community play in maintaining a safe learning environment. Schools have a critical role in promoting emotional safety and can take action to help everyone feel safe and supported. Learn more about emotional safety practices to support school safety.