Tuesday, May 12, 2026

You're Invited to LearnOn (5/12/26)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Teaching American History: Cleveland State Opportunity (4/14/26)

Teaching American History: Cleveland State University Opportunity

Below you will find information on an opportunity from Cleveland State University on Teaching American History. Stipends are included in the seminars. Total of $3500 and 35 hours of PD credit for completion of the program.

I wanted to make sure all of you were aware of the opportunity at Cleveland State this summer. Teaching American History has partnered with CSU to provide two week long seminars: Core Texts and Principles of the American Founding. Teachers will come ready to have discussions over the primary source documents provided. Teachers will receive $2,500 at the end of the week and an extra $1,000 on completion of the follow-up requirements. Total of $3500 and 35 hours of PD credit for completion of the program.

More information including dates and the form to apply can be found here.

Saturday, February 21, 2026

VLA Webinar Series (2/20/26)

Jefferson County ESC

Virtual Learning Academy

Don't miss our Webinar Series with host Brant Starkey! 🎙️

Catch up on past sessions, including our latest “Podcasting With a Purpose”, and gain valuable insights you can put into action right away.

Click below to watch the replays! 👇

Monday, February 9, 2026

2026 NextUp Student Scholarship (2/2/26)

Announcing the 2026 NextUp Student Scholarship

This scholarship aims to support students with disabilities utilizing the NextUp Transition Curriculum, facilitating their progression to college, training, or vocational school. It recognizes these students' unique challenges and aims to empower them to pursue higher education or vocational training. The scholarship program is designed to foster inclusivity, acknowledging the diverse needs and aspirations of students with disabilities.

Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Must be enrolled with a school or organization currently holding a NextUp Transition Curriculum license.
Must be a graduating high school senior or have completed the equivalent level of secondary education or an 18-22+ program.
Must have evidence of intent to attend a post-secondary institute, including a 4-year college/university, community college, or vocational training.
Must submit well-written responses that outline career goals, discuss challenges overcome, and emphasize personal growth, specifically related to NextUp content.
Must submit a completed scholarship application by the specified deadline.

Transition Curriculum, Inc. will award a $500 scholarship to two students.

The NextUp Transition Scholarship application must be submitted by April 10, 2026.

The award announcement will take place on May 1st, 2026.

Apply Now!

Monday, January 26, 2026

EdConnection Updates (1/21/26)

Jan. 21, 2026

Nominate outstanding seniors for national award program

One of the nation’s highest honors for graduating high school seniors, Ohio schools and districts can nominate eligible students in three components: General Academic Achievement, Arts, and Career-Technical Education (CTE). Submit nominations by Jan. 29.

Nominate a student

Register for Ohio school-based health care conference

Registration is open until Jan. 23 for the Ohio School-Based Health Alliance’s 2026 Annual School-Based Health Care Conference: Healthy Kids Learn Better, taking place Feb. 5 in Columbus.

Sign up now

Students smile as they walk through a school hallway, talking together.

AI literacy grant opportunity for rural middle schools

The Ohio Statewide Family Engagement Center at The Ohio State University is seeking six rural middle schools to join its grant proposal to help students and families build AI literacy. School leaders must indicate interest by Jan. 30.

Take the survey

Construction equipment sits outside a school building.

Public comment period open for the 2026 Ohio School Design Manual

The Ohio Facilities Construction Commission is inviting feedback for the 2026 Ohio School Design Manual, an annual guide to designing effective, efficient, and future-ready school facilities.

Submit comments

New Rules for Public Comment

The Department regularly posts rules for public comment. Draft rules regarding the Adult Diploma Pilot Program and Adult High School Diplomas and draft rules related to School District Expenditure Flow Reports were posted and are open for comment through Feb. 15.

A draft rule was posted regarding preschool children eligible for special education; a draft business impact analysis was also posted with this rule. These will remain open for comment through Feb. 19.

Draft rules were also posted related to Payment of Debt Service Charges and Distribution of State Aid, and these rules will remain posted until Feb. 19.

Find previously announced public comment opportunities for rules and related deadlines on the Department’s website. Check back often as additional rules may be added throughout the week.