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A direct perspective from coalition leaders on the choices facing Ohio’s public schools.
Ohio needs to fund schools fairly, not take them over
Ohio 8 co-chairs Pat Shipe and Jeff Talbert call for fair funding, local decision-making and clear accountability when schools need support.
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Reporting and commentary on school improvement, funding, accountability and the needs of Ohio’s students.
Education needs a revamp. The state’s plan is not the way
The editorial board examines Ohio’s proposed school intervention rules and questions whether they could undermine the local approaches that have helped schools improve.
Read Article ↗Ohio education leaders seek stiffer penalties for struggling schools
Akron school leaders, including Ohio 8 co-chair Pat Shipe, raise concerns about proposed state powers to close or transfer control of schools that remain under academic oversight.
Read Article ↗Ohio Republican bill would create a $360 million special education cost reimbursement fund
Proposed legislation would expand state support for high-cost special education services as districts serve more students and face rising expenses.
Read Article ↗State sends Washington waiver request for key education law — with some edits
Ohio submitted a revised federal education waiver that made changes to how local districts would participate in decisions about school takeovers and closures.
Read Article ↗Ohio districts face cash deficits worst since Great Recession
A look at growing financial pressures in Ohio school districts and the difficult budget decisions local leaders face.
Read Article ↗Ohio federal waiver could close or privatize low-performing public schools
Coverage of an earlier waiver proposal includes criticism from Ohio 8 leaders about school closures, private management and local accountability.
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