Our Members
The Ohio 8 brings together the superintendents and teacher union presidents of Ohio’s urban school districts to share ideas, address common challenges and strengthen public education across the state.
District and union leaders working together.
Different Districts.
Shared Priorities.
Each Ohio 8 district serves a distinct community with different students, resources and challenges. By working together, members identify common priorities, share solutions and advocate for policies that recognize both what urban districts have in common and what makes each community unique.
Leadership Council Members
The Ohio 8 Coalition is governed by a Leadership Council co-chaired by Canton City Schools Superintendent Jeff Talbert and Akron Education Association President Pat Shipe.
Akron
Canton
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Columbus
Dayton
Lorain
Toledo
Youngstown
See What We Work On Together
Explore the Ohio 8’s priorities and how its member districts collaborate to strengthen public education.