All-Ohio U.S. Armed Forces Career Commitment Celebration
All-Ohio U.S. Armed Forces Career Commitment Celebration

2023 All-Ohio U.S. Armed Forces Career Commitment Celebration
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, in partnership with schools and communities, hosted an in-person All-Ohio United States Armed Forces Career Commitment Celebration for Ohio's students committed to military service on March 7. Students in grades 11 and 12 who have committed to military service are invited to attend. This includes Ohio students that:
- Will attend a service academy in the fall;
- Accepted a Reserve Officer Training Corp (ROTC) scholarship; or
- Enlisted for service as active duty, Reserve or National Guard.
The 2023 celebration took place at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum, 300 W. Broad Street, Columbus, on Tuesday, March 7 at 11 a.m.
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2022 All-Ohio U.S. Armed Forces Career Commitment Celebration
Honor, tradition and service are hallmarks of the United States military, and Ohioans have made countless storied contributions to our nation's armed forces. Ohio's students are continuing this legacy, and the Department is recognizing their commitment to military service with the Annual All-Ohio United States Armed Forces Career Commitment Celebration. The Department is proud of students entering military service and their commitment to our nation.
Individuals who want to draw attention to the event on social media can help by using #OhioMilitarySigningDay.
2021 All-Ohio U.S. Armed Forces Career Commitment Celebration
In the video below, former State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria and Maj. Gen. Deborah Ashenhurst, director of the Ohio Department Veterans Services, join Ohio Governor Mike DeWine to recognize and congratulate students who have committed to military service, including active duty, Reserve and National Guard.
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Ohio recognizes military service as a meaningful post-high school pathway for students who wish to enlist and proudly celebrates students who commit to serve each year. Ohio's graduates have the option of earning seals on their diplomas for meeting special requirements in specific areas. Military enlistment is among these twelve graduation seals. Future Forward Ohio is the state's strategic priorities for education. Serving in the military meets one of the strategies by preparing students for future success. The All-Ohio United States Armed Forces Career Commitment Celebration is an opportunity to celebrate students each year who dedicate themselves to military service.
Last Modified: 11/30/2023 12:27:49 PM