Gadfly Bites 4/20/20 – “As well as can be expected.”
Jeff MurrayAt the start of week six of school building closures in Ohio, Cincinnati City Schools is here said to be “muddling through” whatever it is they have been doing.
Three ways Ohio schools can use this summer to stem learning loss from the coronavirus pandemic
Jessica PoinerEDITOR'S NOTE: On April 20, 2020, Governor DeWine ordered that schools should remain closed to in-person learning for the rest of the 2019-20 school year. Thus, the first option presented here has been rendered unfeasible.
Ohio Education By the Numbers—2020 Edition
Aaron ChurchillNow in its fourth edition and fully updated for 2020, Ohio Education by the Numbers Education is a look at vital statistics about Ohio’s schools and the students they serve. We intend it to be a readily accessible resource that keeps education stats—with cites to original sources—at your fingertips.
Gadfly Bites 4/10/20 – Stuck
Jeff MurrayThe guardians of status quo in education in Ohio are here said to be looking for exemptions to everything – testing, accountability, requirements, etc. Soooooo many exemptions.
Four ways Ohio can prepare for the likely school funding crunch to come
Aaron ChurchillWith the economy in free fall due to the coronavirus pandemic, schools across the nation are very likely to face significant fiscal challenges.
Gadfly Bites 4/8/20 – Local determination
Jeff MurrayIn case you missed it earlier this week, the Ohio Department of Education released guidance for schools and districts on how to issue coronadiplomas to
What does the federal stimulus package mean for Ohio schools?
Jessica PoinerOn March 27, President Trump signed into law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act.
Seven early lessons about shifting education during a crisis
John A. DuesEditor's Note: The Thomas B. Fordham Institute occasionally publishes guest commentaries on its blogs.
Survey says: Most Ohioans support school choice
Aaron ChurchillIt’s no secret that school choice remains a politically charged issue. Opponents urge policymakers to restrict choice and preserve the status quo, while supporters insist on parents’ right to choose a school that fits their kids’ needs. But outside of Statehouse circles, what do everyday Ohioans think about school choice?
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 4.3.20
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayImportant considerations
Gadfly Bites 4/1/20 – Reckoning?
Jeff MurrayOn Monday it was announced that Ohio schools will remain closed until at least April 30.
Here’s how Ohio’s three largest districts are dealing with coronavirus closures
Jessica PoinerOn March 22, Governor DeWine issued a stay at home order for Ohioans.
Gadfly Bites 3/27/20 – Voucher Grouchers La Finale: God laughed, but not at my jokes
Jeff MurrayAs all my dedicated, now-working-at-home subscribers will recall, the voucher grouchers saga began last fall with the release of the most recent list of EdChoice-eligible schools.
Gadfly Bites 3/25/20 – No playbook
Jeff MurrayWhile every public school and district in the state is required to have a school safety plan on file, these are not generally public knowledge, much to the chagrin of some reporters.
Do KIPP middle schools improve college enrollment and persistence?
Jessica PoinerThe Knowledge is Power Program, or KIPP, is the nation’s largest charter school network. It currently operates 240 schools that serve more than 100,000 students, the vast majority of whom are low-income students of color.
Gadfly Bites 3/23/20 – Seeking
Jeff MurrayWe’ll start today with a bit of grim humor. (Seriously, what else did you expect from me?) How can we be sure that the current situation is an emergency?
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 3.20.20
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayGuidance issued for Ohio schools during closure
Gadfly Bites 3/16/20 – Cobbling together
Jeff MurrayIn case you may have missed it somehow, Governor DeWine told the whole world over the weekend that Ohio’s school year may already be over.