Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Surprises Parents With Good News

Ohio Governor MikeDeWine recently surprised parents with positive news, saying $33 million in grants will be given to schools to provide students with better learning environments...

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine recently announced that the Ohio Department of Education's Stronger Connections Grant has awarded $33.3 million to 747 districts and schools across the state to provide students with safer and healthier learning environments.

“The Stronger Connections grant strengthens our commitment to ensuring students are safe and have the resources they need while addressing the mental and physical health needs that are critical to ensuring students are ready to learn and be successful in the classroom and in life,” said Governor Mike DeWine in an official statement. 

This grant opportunity complements Future Forward Ohio's focus on student wellness, which includes addressing barriers that prevent students from participating in learning. Stronger Connections Grant funds can be used by districts and schools to support local health and safety needs, such as student wellness and mental health.

“It is critical for students to enter a positive, safe and supportive learning environment each day as they explore, discover, and achieve,” said Dr. Chris Woolard, Interim Superintendent of Public Instruction. “The Stronger Connections grant helps schools to continue addressing challenges that impact a child’s learning so students can focus on reaching success.”

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