2017 Community School Sponsor Evaluations Released

As part of ongoing efforts to increase accountability and quality in Ohio’s community school system, the Ohio Department of Education today released the 2016-2017 sponsor evaluations. A change to Ohio law in the recently passed state budget requires the evaluations to be released by November 15.

Ohio Department of Education Recognizes Schools of Promise and Schools of Honor

Ohio is recognizing 12 schools today for maintaining high academic achievement among their students, including many from economically disadvantaged circumstances that can make learning difficult.

State Board of Education Awards High Performing Schools

The State Board of Education of Ohio today recognized one district and three schools with the All A Award for earning straight A’s on their 2016-2017 Ohio School Report Cards. In addition, 64 districts and 214 schools received the Momentum Award for exceeding expectations in student growth for the year.

Ohio Department of Education Recognizes First Eight Purple Star Schools

In a celebration at Hamilton Township High School, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Paolo DeMaria announced the first eight Ohio schools to receive the Purple Star Award for their commitment to serving military-connected students and families.

Ohio Launches SuccessBound Initiative

In opening remarks to conference attendees, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Paolo DeMaria launched the SuccessBound initiative that brings together Ohio’s strong business and education partnerships to engage and inspire students about career opportunities.