10/30/2023
The application window to become a Purple Star-designated school is open from Nov. 1 to Dec. 15. Members of the Purple Star Class of 2024 will be announced in April 2024, the Month of the Military Child.
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10/30/2023
The Department’s Office of Whole Child Supports now is providing open office hours for anyone with questions about school attendance. Hosted by Ohio’s attendance advisor, office hours are weekly on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
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10/30/2023
Districts and schools should consider several factors when finalizing plans for the eclipse April 8, 2024. To help districts and schools prepare, the Department has developed a list of planning questions for consideration and information about the eclipse, including lesson ideas and handouts.
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10/30/2023
The Department regularly posts rules for public comment. Currently, the Department does not have any rules open for comment. Check the Department’s website as new rules may open for comment throughout the week.
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10/30/2023
Districts and schools are invited to gather a team and make plans to join leaders from the Department for a special session on Inclusive Education Leadership, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14. Learn about special education and gifted education updates, key focus areas of support and project updates.
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