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2/18/2026

State finalists honored with national RISE award for school employees

Congratulations to Margie Petrunia with Lakeview Local Schools and Julie Robbins of Cedar Cliff Local Schools for being Ohio’s state finalists for the 2026 Recognizing Inspirational School Employees (RISE) Award.

2/18/2026

Ohio: Wild at Heart film showcasing nature and wildlife now available for free classroom use

From dog sledding to soaring over Hocking Hills, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources has released Ohio: Wild at Heart, a film narrated by Archie Griffin that brings the great outdoors into classrooms. Download the educator guide today.

2/18/2026

Monthly Department webinars on supports and monitoring

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce hosts monthly supports and monitoring information sessions on the first Thursday of every month from 1-2 p.m. for special education directors.

2/18/2026

Register for One Needs Assessment, One Plan, & progress monitoring webinar

A webinar will take place March 4 with guidance for ED STEPS cohorts in the process of implementing their One Plans.

2/18/2026

Upcoming training sessions provide context and information on Dropout Prevention and Recovery Report Cards

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce will be hosting identical, in-depth trainings on the Dropout Prevention and Recovery (DPR) Report Cards on March 5 and 11.