New COVID-19 guidance document
There have been a few important new guidance documents issued from the Ohio Departments of Education (ODE) and Health (ODH). Here’s a quick overview of their key elements.
ODH guidance document
Week of April 5
Governor activity
Gov. Mike DeWine announced an effort to offer vaccinations to high school students who are 16 and older. Local health departments and vaccine providers should work with local high schools on coordinating the disbursement of vaccines to eligible students.
2021 Prom and Graduation Event Guidance - Ohio Department of Health
Ohio Department of Health Issues 2021 Prom and Graduation Event Guidance
Remote Learning Pathway Considerations for 2021-2022
The Ohio Department of Education recently published a new resource outlining Remote Learning Pathway Considerations for 2021-2022. It is hoped that the document will be informative and helpful as districts plan for next school year. Click the link above to review the document.
Week of March 29
Governor activity
Gov. Mike DeWine signed into law Senate Bill (SB) 18. The bill expressly incorporates changes in the Internal Revenue Code into Ohio law as it relates to changes in federal adjusted gross income that impact school districts that levy income taxes.
New Remote Learning Pathways Information
On April 1, the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) released additional information regarding Remote Learning Pathway Considerations 2021-2022.
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2021-22 key dates for school calendars
Here are some special days you may want to note on your 2021-22 school year calendar or take into consideration as you establish programs for next year. They are from Resources for Planning the School Calendar, published and distributed by the National School Public Relations Association. Copies of this publication can be ordered online at nspra.org/products or by calling (301) 519-0496. The price is $40 per copy plus shipping and handling.
Thinking About the Report Card
Lawmakers recognize that changes are long overdue for Ohio's current school and district report cards. While work occurs on a report card system to better reflect the important work of schools across the state, House Bill (HB) 200 looks to tackle some of the issues with the current report card structure.
Week of March 22
Governor activity
Gov. Mike DeWine signed into law House Bill (HB) 67. The bill, which took immediate effect on March 20, changes education law for the 2020-21 school year to provide school districts continued flexibility and relief during the COVID-19 pandemic. The temporary changes include:
Board Leadership Institute sessions offer keys to student success
In-depth learning sessions cover parent engagement, strategies for successful student breakfast programs, student mental health and more. Register for this virtual event held April 23-24.