The Ohio 8 Coalition

Advocacy Grounded in Experience

The Ohio 8 brings the experience of Ohio’s urban school districts and educators directly into state policy discussions.

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Our Commitment

We advocate for practical solutions that reflect what schools are facing every day and strengthen public education for students and communities across Ohio.

Our Approach

Bringing Schools’ Perspectives to Policymakers

Shape Policy

We bring the experience of urban districts and educators into conversations about proposed laws, regulations, and state education policy.

Provide Testimony

Ohio 8 leaders share firsthand expertise with lawmakers and state agencies to explain how policy decisions affect schools, students, and communities.

Advance Solutions

We identify practical changes that address real challenges and give districts the flexibility and resources they need to serve students effectively.

Our Policy Focus

How We Advocate

Transportation

Ohio’s transportation rules should reflect the realities districts face in routing, staffing, ridership, and compliance.

School Funding

Urban districts need stable, equitable funding that reflects student needs and the real cost of providing services.

Educator Workforce

Ohio needs policies that help districts recruit, retain, and support the educators students need.

State Education Policy

Ohio 8 members bring district-level experience to proposals affecting accountability, operations, and student support.

From Policy to Practice

Principles Into Action

The Ohio 8 advocates for state policies that recognize the realities facing Ohio’s urban public schools. We bring the perspectives of superintendents and educators directly to policymakers and work to advance practical solutions that support students, strengthen schools, and give districts the flexibility to respond to their communities.