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Teachers union sues Columbus City Schools over substitute teacher contracts, state law
The union representing Columbus City Schools teachers sued the district Tuesday after it says the district violated state law by not renewing the contracts of nearly 30 substitute teachers. The Columbus Education Association, which represents more than 4,500 teachers and other educational professionals in the district, filed a lawsuit in Franklin County Common...
Groveport Madison schools to provide free meals for all students
GROVEPORT, Ohio (WCMH) – A new program will provide free breakfast and lunch to all Groveport Madison students, regardless of income. The school district announced last week that it will be participating in the Community Eligibility Provision of the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the 2024-2025 school year. All students will […]
2024-2025 Free/Reduced Lunch Benefit Info
Hilliard City Schools is announcing the 2024-2025 school year Free/Reduced Lunch Benefit guidelines for students unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program. The State of Ohio Budget for school year 2024-2025 includes funding to cover the cost of reduced meals for breakfast and lunch. This provision allows schools to provide no cost meals to reduced price meal eligible students.
Northeast Ohio parents raise concerns about schools excusing students for Bible classes
Should public school students be allowed to leave the building to attend off-site Bible classes during the school day?. That’s the question facing some Northeast Ohio school districts and parents in recent months about LifeWise Academy, a Hilliard-based Christian nonprofit focused on religious instruction which has opened up or sought to open up chapters across the state.
Ohio State President Ted Carter on tuition costs, JD Vance, and more
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Ohio State University President Ted Carter sat for a forum hosted by the Columbus Metropolitan Club and moderated by NBC4’s Matt Barnes on Wednesday. The two discussed many topics ranging from the cost of tuition to the school’s enrollment numbers. Carter began his presidency on Jan. 1 and now, after just […]
Top High School Player Aaliyah Chavez Selects Ohio State Buckeyes in College Decision
The top high school prospect Aaliyah Chavez has Ohio State Buckeyes on her college shortlist, considering their strong program and early recruitment since eighth grade. Aaliyah Chavez averaged 37.8 points, 10.1 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 3.5 steals per game in her stellar high school career. Ohio State recruited 91-plus overall...
Ohio State gives agriculture teachers full lesson plan during week-long session
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Twenty middle and high school agriculture teachers from across the nation have a full year’s curriculum they can take home to their students. It’s a unique learning experience since Ohio State University is one of just six schools to host this professional development institute. Agriculture, both directly and indirectly, is the […]
Ohio colleges concerned about enrollment numbers after FAFSA fallout
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As we get closer to another school year starting, we're examining the impact that financial aid complications have had on both families and schools. As we get closer to another school year starting, we’re examining the impact that financial aid complications have had on both families and schools.
Columbus City Schools Students Ignite Entrepreneurial Spirit in Summer Experience with GiveBackKids
July 16, 2024 -- Second grade student Brandon Franklin is on a mission to boost the morale of Columbus City Schools’ teachers. Inspired by his passion for connecting with people and his admiration for teachers, Franklin created Calm Columbus City Teachers (CCTT), a mobile app designed for educators to use for morning, mid-day, and afternoon mental and emotional check-ins. The app provides tailored resources to support their well-being based on their responses.
Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation create life-changing scholarship program at OSU
Program to be called Thoma Scholars, will award cost-to-attend scholarships for rural students. (STILLWATER, Okla., July 17, 2024) — A transformational gift from the Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation has established the Thoma Scholars Program at Oklahoma State University. This innovative scholarship program aims to empower exceptional young leaders...
Columbus City Schools gets Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
In an era where financial transparency and responsibility are paramount, Columbus City Schools (CCS) has once again proven its unwavering commitment to these principles. For the 24th consecutive year, CCS has been awarded the prestigious Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). This accolade is a testament to the district’s dedication to upholding the highest standards in financial management and reporting.
CCS Summer Experience Inspires Creativity Through Visual Arts Pathway
July 17, 2024 — Eager young artists in the Columbus City Schools (CCS) Summer Experience Visual Arts Pathway are immersing themselves in the vibrant galleries of the Columbus Museum of Art. The program, designed to immerse students in a pathway of their choosing, has taken them on a series of enriching visits to notable cultural institutions, where each piece of artwork opens a new realm of possibilities.
Amanda Schaeffer Selected for Regional State Board District 7 Teacher of the Year
Amanda Schaeffer, a middle school art teacher at Hilliard City Schools’ Innovative Learning Hub, Hilliard, Ohio has been selected Regional State Board District 7 Teacher of the Year. Schaeffer holds a Master of Arts plus fifteen in Arts Management from The Ohio State University, a Master of Education in...
Hilliard Darby Student Selected for Washington Journalism and Media Conference
Nolan Rogner Will Travel to Washington, D.C. for Prestigious Journalism Conference. Nolan Rogner, a student at Hilliard Darby High School (Hilliard, OH, US), has been selected to represent Hilliard, OH as a National Youth Correspondent to the 2024 Washington Journalism and Media Conference at George Mason University. Rogner joins a...
University parents voice housing concerns as the 2024-25 academic year approaches
As the Buckeye family grows even larger, concerns about housing accommodations for first- and second-year students are also on the rise. The class of 2028 had a record-breaking number of applicants — around 80,000 — Ben Johnson, university spokesperson, said in an email. This year’s first-year class is expected to be larger than last year’s first-year class — though the exact number is unknown by the university until students arrive and the autumn census data is compiled — Dave Isaacs, university spokesperson, said in an email. Last year’s first-year class contained 7,983 students, according to the Autumn 2023 Enrollment Report.
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