ED STEPS
Education Department's System of Tiered E-Plans and Supports
The Education Department’s System of Tiered E-Plans and Supports (ED STEPS) is a system that enables educational entities to efficiently and effectively assess needs, plan, and leverage funds to prepare students for a successful future. Built in several stages, ED STEPS fully replaces the Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan (CCIP). For more information on the various components of ED STEPS, click on a link below.
ED STEPS Planning Cycle
As part of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforces’ ED STEPS system, organizations within Ohio are assigned to one of three cohorts. Each cohort is associated with a starting year for three-year planning which includes evaluating needs and writing a three-year plan. For more information please check out our pages below.
Upcoming ED STEPS Trainings
ED STEPS WEbinar: One Funding Application Training
ED STEPS In- Person Regional Trainings & Live Labs in June 2026
- June 1-5, 2026: ED STEPS Training on the One Funding Application which includes system access, navigation, and the grant approval process.
- June 22-26, 2026: Live labs offering real-time support for grant applications.
STARS V2.0 Registration: Register through the OH|ID Portal under Training and Registration. Search for the event name: ED STEPS.
ED STEPS Open Office Hours
- Virtual sessions for questions about Cohort 3 ED STEPS Planning Cycle is scheduled for April 20, 2026, 1-2 p.m.
ED STEPS Technical Assistance
Resources
ED STEPS Newsletters
ED STEPS Webinar Recordings
To learn more about the ED STEPS project:
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