Innovative Education Pilot Programs
Innovative Education Pilot Programs
Guidance and Instructions for Submitting Exemption Requests for the 2026-2027 School Year
Ohio is excited about the opportunity to support Ohio school districts, educational service centers and nonpublic schools that are interested in exploring innovative learning approaches. The intention of the exemption is to provide flexibility to schools to use innovative, and yet still rigorous, instructional approaches that may be more compatible with the educational programs or objectives of the applicants. If approved, an exemption allows the district, school or ESC to implement the innovative instructional approaches outlined in the application.
The second window to submit your application is open from December 8th -January 16th. Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m on January 16th.
The Innovative Education Pilot Program Waiver may be a tool for schools interested in signing up for the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge but concerned about overlapping requirements. Applicants interested in applying for the waiver in relation to participation in the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge should reach out to Jared Cole (jared.cole@education.ohio.gov) for technical assistance and details.
Please email IEPP@education.ohio.gov with questions about the program.
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