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Charter school head pleads guilty to using $265,000 in school cash to buy New Albany home
The founder and superintendent of two Columbus charter schools pleaded guilty in federal court Monday to conspiring to commit bank fraud after using more than a quarter of a million dollars from the schools to help buy a house in New Albany. Abdirizak Y. Farah, 59, faces a possible sentence of up to 30 years in prison for his guilty plea, according to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio in Columbus. Sentencing...
Former Top Ohio State Pledge Hinting Big News Is In The Works
Blake Woodby, a top 100 recruit out of St. Frances HS in Baltimore, hinted a big announcement is in the works:. Woodby, a one-time Ohio State pledge, re-opened his recruitment a bit ago. He recently took a visit to Auburn. He also posted the following following his decommitment from the Buckeyes:
CCS task force recommends nine school closures
Anyone else tear up this weekend watching the Team USA Olympic trials?. No? Just me? Cool. Let's get into some education news then. Columbus City Schools Board of Education heard the final recommendations on potential school closing from the Superintendent's Community Facilities Task Force this week. The task force recommended...
Free library installed at Oak Creek Elementary School
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — It has only been a month since a unique free library was installed at the entrance of Oak Creek Elementary School. The idea was inspired by a book that the third graders read. Their teacher, Roy Jacobsen, reached out to the Eagle Scouts where his former student, Bheem Vattikuti, is a part of. Bheem was excited to take on this project.
Allen East Local Schools Seeking an Intervention Specialist
Allen East is seeking an Intervention Specialist. Interested applicants should possess the following qualifications:. • Hold/obtain a license from the Ohio Department of Education for Intervention Specialist. • Up-to-date BCI/FBI background check. • Candidates must be positive, creative, and collaborative, having the mindset to put kids first. To apply, lease...
Mapped: Proposed Columbus school closures
Source: Columbus City Schools. Map: Deena Zaidi/Axios VisualsHere's a map to help you visualize the closures the Columbus Board of Education is mulling — click here to check out an interactive version.Catch up quick: A task force of parents and community members created by superintendent Angela Chapman recommends Columbus City Schools shutter nine schools and its downtown administrative office.The group also proposes grade-level shuffling within 13 other buildings.These changes are meant to save money via consolidation as well as better allocate staff and program resources.What we're watching: After facing backlash from district families and educators, school board members agreed last week to gather more public feedback before voting on the proposed changes.That could take a while — and we'll keep you updated.What's next: The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Aug. 6 at 270 E. State St.
Unlocking the Archive: Lancaster football's 11-man club started off 1936 with a win
It is never too early to start thinking about high school football. This week's archive photo comes from 1936 and features the Lancaster grid (football) club. Lancaster opened that season against McConnelsville and won 25-0. ...
CCS Announces Four New Assistant Principals Ahead of 2024-25 School Year
July 2, 2024 -- Columbus City School is pleased to announce four new assistant principalships ahead of the 2024-25 school year. Briggs High School is proud to announce Dr. Ammar Al-Sharafi as the new Assistant Principal. Dr. Al-Sharafi brings a wealth of experience in education and administration, making him a valuable addition to our school community.
Musical theater impact on student mental health
The Addams Family, Mamma Mia! and Into the Woods. If these titles sound familiar, it may be because they are, according to Playbill, the top three most-produced shows at high schools around the country. But what do these seemingly opposite musicals all have in common? The students who participate in...
City League Sports Podcast: William Putnam, Owen Wolfenberger, Patrick Nance
July 1, 2024 -- The 2024 City League Baseball Champions - Centennial High School joins the show. Seniors, now CCS alumni, William Putnam and Owen Wolfenberger tell us what it was like coming in as freshmen and having struggles as a team throughout the years, to becoming the elite team they became as seniors. Coach Patrick Nance tells us about his time playing and coaching in the City League and what it's like to achieve success as a team.
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