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'Not worth it': Parents struggle to get state money to help kids' education after pandemic
When the pandemic hit and threw a wrench into Ohio kids' education, the state launched a savings account program to reimburse parents for after-school activities − up to $500 at first and then up to $1,000 a year per qualifying child. For many families, that's a huge help. That's...
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...
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.
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...
Schoolhouse in Licking County added to National School Registry
JOHNSTOWN, Ohio (WSYX) — A school dating back more than a century has gotten some national recognition. Cornell School, a one room schoolhouse in Johnstown has been added to the National School Registry by the Country School Association of America. It is the first Ohio school to receive this designation.
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...
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.
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.
ODOT program to fund new school safety programs
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WDTN) — Governor DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jack Marchbanks announced a large investment into school safety programs throughout Ohio. The funding arrives from ODOT’s Safe Routes to School program, which has provided over $83 million to these causes since its inception 19 years ago. This time around more than $8 […]
Kent State listed as Most Affordable college in Ohio according to new analysis
In its 2024 Best Colleges analysis of more than 700 four-year colleges, Money ranked Kent State as the most affordable college in Ohio. In its analysis, Money analyzed college affordability based on the estimated price of tuition with an average grant applied. This data comes as tuition costs across Ohio and the United States continue to rise.
Ohio Schools Under EPA Mandate for Asbestos and Lead Paint Remediation
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken decisive action to address hazardous conditions in three Ohio schools managed by Accel Schools Ohio LLC. Youngstown Academy of Excellence, Niles Preparatory Academy, and STEAM Academy of Warren have been ordered to implement extensive measures to eliminate asbestos and lead paint hazards that pose significant health risks to students and staff.
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:
Ohio’s public colleges and universities receive $397 million from capital budget
Ohio’s public colleges and universities will get $397 million from the state’s capital budget. The $4.2 billion budget passed Wednesday in both chambers and Gov. Mike DeWine signed the budget into law Friday morning. The capital money is going toward things such as basic renovations, HVAC upgrades, restroom upgrades, infrastructure improvements, ceiling repairs and replacement […] The post Ohio’s public colleges and universities receive $397 million from capital budget appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
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