Over the last few weeks, as more people across the country are getting vaccines, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), states, and local governments have revised their guidelines for citizens. School district should also be aware of their city and county health department guidelines. In some cases, local guidelines are more restrictive than either state or federal provisions.
We're excited to see you in person Nov. 13-15 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Check out the learning sessions, keynote speakers and exhibitors set for this premier event.
The Informed Governance series addresses questions each member of the district leadership team should be asking to promote effective governance. This educational series provides essential knowledge and practical next steps you can apply in your district. Topics include:
General Assembly activity
One of the more intriguing responses to the COVID-19 pandemic has been the changeover of board of education meetings from live, to electronic or remote, and back to live. When the pandemic began, state law in Ohio required public boards, including boards of education, to hold their meetings in person.
The United States Department of Education's (DOE) Office for Civil Rights recently released a guidance document: Questions and Answers on Civil Rights and School Reopening in the COVID-19 Environment. The guide provides some answers to common questions about schools' responsibilities under the civil rights laws with an emphasis on the different situations that have occurred or may occur with special education students.
House activity
The House passed House Bill (HB) 244 by a vote of 97-0. The bill would require K-12 schools to allow military children who are relocating but not yet residents of the district to enroll electronically and participate in technology-based educational opportunities.
Get actively involved in OSBA by volunteering for a regional or state committee.
The Ohio Statewide Family Engagement Center has partnered with the A.
