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Ravenna native Ribelin named interim superintendent; Lee Smith will serve two roles
A familiar face will take over Ravenna City School District, and district officials said Tuesday two administrative jobs will be combined in a cost-saving move. Ben Ribelin, a 28-year veteran of the district and a native of Ravenna, was awarded a one-year contract as interim superintendent. He succeeds Dr. Laura Hebert, who...
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.
3 ACCEL Charter Schools under mandated EPA investigation for suspected lead, asbestos material
Three Northeast Ohio charter schools are under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency mandate to conduct an analysis of materials suspected to contain lead and asbestos. In an agreement between the EPA and ACCEL Charter Schools Ohio, the school system is required to conduct investigations at Youngstown Academy of Excellence, Niles Preparatory and STEAM Academy of Warren, said Julie Morris, manager of the EPA's Land Enforcement and Compliance Assurance branch.
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.
Center of Hope, Kent Social Services kick off school supply drive
Center of Hope and Kent Social Services are conducting their annual school supply drive until July 30. Center of Hope, 1081 W. Main St. in Ravenna; or Kent Social Services, 1066 S. Water St. in Kent, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. At a donation box in...
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