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Students say they’re fed up with bathroom policy at Columbus’ Whetstone High School
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — According to Whetstone High School students, using the bathroom has become a difficult feat. Freshman Nora Hardesty said the bathrooms at the Columbus City Schools (CCS) high school are dirty, mirrorless and frequently locked. She said those that are open require students to wait in long lines under teacher supervision, and […]
Westerville schools may halt religious teaching absences
The Westerville Board of Education is expected tonight to rescind a policy that lets students leave school during the day to receive private religious instruction.Why it matters: The vote comes as tension simmers in many Ohio districts over student participation in LifeWise Academy, a Hilliard-based Christian nonprofit group with a rapidly growing footprint.How it works: LifeWise transports students off campus during the school day for nondenominational Bible study.The program serves over 30,000 students in 23 states this school year, up from 13 states last year, the AP reports.It's in about 170 Ohio districts, including Columbus and many of its suburbs,...
Silent march to take place across campus Saturday to raise awareness for voter registration and education
A look down 18th Avenue on Ohio State’s North Campus, where the March on Scarlet will pass through. Credit: Kyrie Thomas | Campus LTV Producer. A committee of several Ohio State organizations, including NAACP OSU, will host a silent march Saturday to promote voter registration and education across campus.
Following the future: Most of the Ohio State commits are in action this weekend
It is another weekend of high school football in Ohio and across the country. And you can follow how the Ohio State verbal commitments are doing in action all weekend on our Front Row message board thread. The prep season is well underway and most of the Ohio State commitments are in action this weekend.
OSU medical students to train in Lima starting in 2026
Sep. 27—LIMA — The first cohort of community medicine students from The Ohio State University Medical School visited Lima Thursday, catching a glimpse of the city where they will spend their final two years of medical school. The medical school welcomed 15 first-year community medicine students in August through its partnership with Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center, where those students ...
Helping grow: ODU's Kompa brings real-world experience to students
Her students call her incredible. And it goes both ways. “I don’t know; I had dreams of doing a particular job,” said Natalie Kompa. “I liked helping people, hearing their stories, solving problems. I knew I was a good writer and could relate well to people from all walks of life. I never...
Group of Ohio State students ‘Jews on Campus’ works to combat antisemitism
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A group of Jewish students on Ohio State’s campus said it has been a tough year for their community. But with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, approaching, they’re working to turn the page by growing an organization called “Jews on Campus.” Leaders of Jews on Campus said they want to […]
Olentangy Schools Celebrates 22 National Merit Semifinalists
These students among the top one percent of seniors nationwide. Olentangy Schools is celebrating the impressive achievement of 22 high school students who have been named National Merit Semifinalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. This prestigious recognition places these students among the top one percent of seniors nationwide, highlighting their exceptional academic performance and dedication.
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