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Ohio Department of Education (ODE) recently published new graduation pathways for the 2020-21 school year that are derived from the recently enacted House Bill 67. The first pathway is curriculum-only. The second pathway is curriculum requirements and OhioMeansJobs-readiness Seal.
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
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.
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.
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.
On April 1, the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) released additional information regarding Remote Learning Pathway Considerations 2021-2022.
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.