Working Together for Ohio’s Public Schools
The Ohio 8 brings together superintendents and teacher union presidents from Ohio’s urban school districts to advance practical solutions for students, educators, and communities.
For students. For educators. For communities.
A Shared Voice for Ohio’s Urban Public Schools
The Ohio 8 Coalition brings school district leaders and educators together to address challenges facing Ohio’s urban public schools.
By working across districts and bringing together district and union leadership, we share ideas, inform policy, and advocate for the resources and conditions students need to succeed.
Learn More About the CoalitionUrban School Districts. One Coalition.
Representing district and teacher union leadership from:
Our Priorities
The Ohio 8 works across districts to strengthen public education through collaboration, practical solutions, and informed policy.
Teaching & Learning
Supporting high-quality instruction and meaningful opportunities for every student to learn and grow.
Public Policy
Bringing the experiences of urban districts and educators into decisions about education funding, accountability, and state policy.
Public Awareness
Helping communities and decision-makers better understand the needs, strengths, and challenges of Ohio’s urban public schools.
Collaboration & Leadership
Connecting superintendents and teacher union leaders to exchange ideas and work toward shared solutions.
Strong public schools depend on strong collaboration, informed decisions and a shared commitment to students.
Latest News & Coverage
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An Ohio appeals court ruled the state’s EdChoice program unconstitutional, but vouchers remain available during the appeals process.
Read Article →Number of Special Education Students Is Up; New Bill Aims to Make Ohio Pay More
As special education enrollment and costs rise, proposed legislation would create additional funding to help Ohio districts pay for services.
Read Article →Ohio’s Share of School Funding Formula Drops to Lowest Level in Decades
Ohio’s share of school funding is projected to reach a historic low, shifting more financial responsibility to local school districts.
Read Article →Learn More About the Ohio 8
Meet the district and teacher union leaders working together on behalf of Ohio’s urban public schools.