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Honesty for Ohio Education
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We are a nonpartisan, statewide coalition of 70+ organizations and thousands of parents, students, and community members working to protect honest and inclusive education in Ohio's schools. linktr.ee/h4oe
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A new report from a government watchdog suggests the Trump administration's efforts to fire staff at the U.S. Department of Education cost taxpayers tens of millions of dollars.
by Cory Turner
www.npr.org/2026/02/02/n...
The Education Department's efforts to fire staff cost over $28 million, watchdog says
A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office calculates the cost of efforts to fire civil rights staff, and questions the department's ability to enforce federal civil rights laws.
www.npr.org
February 2, 2026 at 1:07 PM
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Commentary
If Ramaswamy is truly concerned about national unity, we should await his announcement about the corrosive effect of vouchers, their damage to community cohesion, settled social bonds, and cultural fragmentation.
by Denis Smith
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/02/02/r...
Ramaswamy's proposed rule for public schools highlights Ohio's lack of rules for private schools • Ohio Capital Journal
When Ohio GOP governor candidate Vivek Ramaswamy proposed new rules for public schools, he inadvertently drew attention to the fact that non-public schools receive state funds but are not encumbered b...
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February 2, 2026 at 11:50 AM
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Ohio GOP lawmakers to formally pledge support for dismantling of U.S. Department of Education
by Susan Tebben
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/02/02/o...
Ohio GOP lawmakers to formally pledge support for dismantling of U.S. Department of Education • Ohio Capital Journal
Republican Ohio lawmakers plan to formally pledge their support for the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education next week.
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February 2, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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Springfield resident Denise Williams was born in Dayton, but she fears federal agents might stop anyone who looks potentially Haitian—or, as she put it, “any brown or Black person.”
“I’m telling my daughter to keep my grandsons out of school until it’s over”
www.cleveland.com/news/2026/02...
Springfield on edge as federal judge decides fate of Haitian immigrants
With a court ruling looming over Haitian immigration, Springfield families face uncertainty about jobs, homes and children as Ohio prepares for what could come next.
www.cleveland.com
February 1, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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Schools in Youngstown, Lorain and East Cleveland all have faced academic distress commissions. But the results suggest there may be no secret recipe for turning around a struggling district.
by Laura Hancock
www.cleveland.com/education/20...
As last district remains in academic distress, debate continues on whether Ohio takeovers work
Schools in Youngstown, Lorain and East Cleveland all have faced academic distress commissions. But the results suggest there may be no secret recipe for turning around a struggling district.
www.cleveland.com
February 1, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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A Minnesota School District Guards Against ICE, From Dawn to Dusk
In Fridley, a Minneapolis suburb, school officials are driving nervous teachers and buying families groceries. At dismissal, the superintendent patrols for federal agents.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/31/u...
A Minnesota School District Guards Against ICE, From Dawn to Dusk
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January 31, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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School administrators threaten action against Georgia students for walkouts
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Students from 100 GA schools part of National Shutdown despite warnings
School administrators at some Atlanta area schools have threatened disciplinary action against students as more than 100 schools join national protest
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January 31, 2026 at 2:25 PM
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WASHINGTON - After championing school voucher programs in Ohio throughout his political career, U.S. Sen. Jon Husted brought his advocacy to a national stage at a Wednesday Senate committee hearing.
by Sabrina Eaton
www.cleveland.com/news/2026/01...
Voucher champion Jon Husted takes the school choice debate to a national stage
U.S. Sen. Jon Husted of Ohio defended voucher programs Wednesday in a Senate hearing while Arizona teacher Marisol Garcia warned that her state's universal program diverts roughly $1 billion annually ...
www.cleveland.com
January 30, 2026 at 11:06 AM
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Opinion
Hiding our history is wrong — and un-American
by Jim Obergefell
www.cleveland.com/opinion/2026...
Hiding our history is wrong — and un-American: Jim Obergefell
Requiring libraries to put “material related to sexual orientation or gender identity or expression” out of sight of anyone under the age of 18 ignores the reality of human diversity. If the Ohio legi...
www.cleveland.com
January 30, 2026 at 10:43 AM
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Ohio Ethics Commission kills charter school disclosure rule after political pressure
by Laura Hancock
www.cleveland.com/open/2026/01...
Ohio Ethics Commission kills charter school disclosure rule after political pressure
The Ohio Ethics Commission voted to indefinitely set aside a rule that would have required officials overseeing $1.6 billion in charter school funding to report income sources and investments.
www.cleveland.com
January 29, 2026 at 9:39 PM
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Opinion by Jan Resseger:
Trump Drops DEI Case Appeal. Is He Really Giving Up?
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Trump Drops DEI Case Appeal. Is He Really Giving Up?
Last week, the U.S. Department of Education withdrew its appeal of an August 2025, federal district court decision, which blocked the Department’s February 14, 2025 “Dear Colleague&#822…
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January 29, 2026 at 12:48 PM
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In some states, a push to end all property taxes for homeowners
Ending all homeowner taxes would cost billions or even tens of billions.
apnews.com/article/prop...
In some states, a push to end all property taxes for homeowners
Anti-tax advocates are pushing to eliminate property taxes for homeowners. Rising property values have increased tax bills, but ending these taxes could cost states billions.
apnews.com
January 29, 2026 at 12:27 PM
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Ohio lawmakers are considering legislation (House Bill 304) that would require daily recess for students in kindergarten through eighth grade, guaranteeing time for physical activity during the school day.
by Anthony Thompson
www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/s...
Ohio bill would mandate daily recess for K-8, expand PE options for HS
Ohio lawmakers are considering a bill that would require daily recess for K-8 students and expand PE options for high school athletes.
www.beaconjournal.com
January 29, 2026 at 12:02 PM
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TOLEDO OH - The Toledo Public Schools board voted Tuesday to approve another round of layoffs as district works to address a massive budget shortfall. Board members said they were forced into the position because of a lack of funding from state and federal governments
www.13abc.com/2026/01/28/t...
Toledo Public Schools board approves layoffs amid budget crisis
Numerous roles are affected, including RNs, social workers and people in administrative or human resources roles, among others.
www.13abc.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:04 PM
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Springfield braces for 30-day targeted ICE surge starting next week as Haitian TPS ends
DeWine office declined to verify briefing to Springfield City School District
by Jessica Orozco
www.springfieldnewssun.com/news/springf...
Springfield braces for 30-day targeted ICE surge starting next week as Haitian TPS ends
A message sent to Springfield City School District staff obtained by the Springfield News-Sun says school officials are expecting a federal immigration enforcement operation in Springfield lasting at ...
www.springfieldnewssun.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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CINCINNATI — Across the country, children and teenagers are being strip searched by school administrators and staff, who are often looking for vape pens or other minor contraband.
by Kendall Crawford
woub.org/2026/01/27/o...
Ohio students are being strip searched – and traumatized – over minor offenses
Bloomberg Law reporters Diana Dombrowski and Emily Siegel investigated these incidents from 19 states, including Ohio.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:54 AM
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Opinion
Under Superintendent Dr. Angela Chapman, Columbus City Schools has seen rising math scores and graduation rates.
Her leadership deserves our support.
by Derrick R. Clay, Jason Hall and Stephanie Hightower
www.dispatch.com/story/opinio...
CCS Superintendent Angela Chapman is putting district on right path. We value her. | Opinion
Superintendent Angela Chapman has put CCS on a path to meet that challenge and ensure opportunity reaches every student.
www.dispatch.com
January 28, 2026 at 11:52 AM
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Opinion by Jan Resseger
Congress Looks to Pass Education Budget that Rejects Trump’s Proposed Funding Cuts. Will It Pass by Friday?
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Congress Looks to Pass Education Budget that Rejects Trump’s Proposed Funding Cuts. Will It Pass by Friday?
We began federal Fiscal Year 2026 on the first of October, 2025, but so far the federal government has been operating without a formal budget agreement.  You’ll remember that the agreement to…
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January 27, 2026 at 12:52 PM
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Ohio school district implementing 4-day weeks in the classroom
The trial at Galion City School District starts this fall and will last three years. Leaders say they will watch closely to see how it works.
by Chris Pugh
www.cleveland.com/news/2026/01...
Ohio school district implementing 4-day weeks in the classroom
Galion City Schools plans to launch a Blended Learning Pilot with a Tuesday-through-Friday schedule and special activities on Mondays.
www.cleveland.com
January 27, 2026 at 11:56 AM
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Columbus City Schools is welcoming a decision from the Trump administration to abandon its effort to force public schools to sign a document confirming they were not implementing diversity, equity and inclusion practices.
by Cole Behrens
www.dispatch.com/story/news/e...
Columbus City Schools welcomes Trump backing away from DEI funding fight
Columbus City Schools is welcoming a decision by the Trump administration to abandon its effort to force public schools to sign an anti-DEI document.
www.dispatch.com
January 27, 2026 at 11:52 AM
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A bipartisan bill would limit Education Choice Expansion scholarships to families with a federal adjusted gross income of $500,000 or less.
by Megan Henry
ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/27/o...
Ohio lawmakers introduce bills to limit school vouchers, ban 17 year olds from getting married • Ohio Capital Journal
Ohio lawmakers have introduced several bills since going on winter break — including ones that would limit which families can receive school vouchers, make Election Day a state holiday, and ban 17-yea...
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January 27, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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Opinion from Plain Dealer:
How Ohio lawmakers destroyed the voter-created school board without changing the constitution
www.cleveland.com/news/2026/01...
How Ohio lawmakers destroyed the voter-created school board without changing the constitution
Mike DeWine and the legislature exploited loopholes to return education control to governor's office—exactly what Ohioans voted to stop with through a constitutional amendment 50+ years ago.
www.cleveland.com
January 27, 2026 at 12:29 AM
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With voters wary of property taxes, schools like New Philly, Parma try income taxes
by Conor Morris
www.wosu.org/2026-01-26/w...
With voters wary of property taxes, schools like New Philly, Parma try income taxes
More school districts are seeking income taxes instead of property tax increases to try to pay for buildings or operations after historic increases in property values.
www.wosu.org
January 26, 2026 at 11:34 AM
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Ban on property taxes in Ohio would have dire consequences for grassroot government services
The hardest hit will be schools and township governments. Townships cannot collect income taxes or sales taxes.
by Jan McLaughlin
bgindependentmedia.org/ban-on-prope...
Ban on property taxes in Ohio would have dire consequences for grassroot government services – BG Independent News
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January 24, 2026 at 1:04 PM
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Ohio Superintendent of Public Instruction Paul Craft to resign after legislature further cuts board
by Laura Hancock
www.cleveland.com/education/20...
Ohio Superintendent of Public Instruction Paul Craft to resign after legislature further cuts board
Ohio Superintendent of Public Instruction Paul Craft will leave his post by July 31 after two years leading the State Board of Education through legislative cuts.
www.cleveland.com
January 23, 2026 at 9:27 PM