Gadfly Bites 5/28/21—Worthy of note
Jeff MurrayBack in September in these very Bites, we were cheering because Lima private school Golden Bridge Academy was on the grow and moving to a new and prominent location on the town square. What was not, apparently, worthy of note in that piece at the time was that the school was changing its name and “going public”!
Gadfly Bites 5/26/21—“I was skeptical... And it caused me to dig deeper into my data.”
Jeff MurrayOnly one clip of note today, but that’s OK. I’m still resting up from Monday’s exertions. Plus, this is a weirdly interesting one.
The Senate should say no to making driver’s licenses count as industry-recognized credentials
Jessica PoinerThe state budget has long been the primary vehicle for instituting sweeping education policy changes in Ohio. Amidst all the hustle and bustle and debate, it’s easy to forget that standalone bills are still being proposed. In fact, given the high stakes, it may even seem wise to focus solely on the budget.
Dissecting the pandemic pivot to remote teaching and learning at the college level
Jeff MurrayStories of successful remote teaching and learning experiences during the pandemic are heartening. But more and better data around those successes are required.
Gadfly Bites 5/24/21—Perhaps they are referring to the party game?
Jeff MurrayThis headline, as with almost every legislation-related headline that includes it, misuses the term “limbo” in referencing the topic of education funding reform. (13ABC News, Toledo, 5/22/21)
The third grade reading guarantee might be working after all
Aaron ChurchillFirst implemented in the 2013–14 school year, Ohio’s third grade reading guarantee has aimed to ensure that all children have the foundational reading skills needed to navigate more chall
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 5.21.21
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayIn praise of the federal Charter School Program
Gadfly Bites 5/21/21—No thanks for the memories
Jeff MurrayThose of you with good memories will no doubt recall that eligibility criteria for the state’s Quality Charter School funding was a source of some discussion in 2019 and 2020.
Gadfly Bites 5/19/21—“Our kids have never been where they need to be.”
Jeff MurrayWhile we heard on Monday about how far behind Columbus City Schools’ seniors are, here is a positive “beyond-the-pod” story where we learn a lot about another church-affiliated non-profit doing the work of tutoring, supporti
An overview of what Cleveland schools will offer students this summer
Jessica PoinerSummer school offerings are historically reserved for academically struggling students or those with special needs. This year, though, pandemic-related school closures have increased the number of students who will need extra support during the upcoming summer months.
Will Ohio hold schools accountable for effectively spending federal relief aid?
Aaron ChurchillJust over a year ago, Congress passed the first
Testimony provided before the Senate Finance Committee on HB 110—5/17/21
Chad L. AldisNOTE: Today, the Ohio Senate’s Finance Committee heard testimony on HB 110, the state’s biennial budget.
Gadfly Bites 5/17/21—Some…weirdness
Jeff MurraySeveral odd stories in the news since Friday. First up: some community members in Tipp City are on a crusade to remove certain elected school board members due to what they say is a decline in the “quality of education and overall health” of the district.
Gadfly Bites 5/14/21 – STEM-tastic!
Jeff MurrayGadfly Bites is back from vacation. Hope you missed me as much as I missed you!
Testimony presented before the Senate Primary and Secondary Education Committee on SB 145—5/11/21
Chad L. AldisNOTE: On May 11, the Ohio Senate’s Primary and Secondary Education Committee heard testimony on Senate Bill 145, a proposal to revise school and district report cards
Testimony presented before the Senate Primary and Secondary Education Committee on HB 110 – 5/10/21
Chad L. AldisNOTE: Today, the Ohio Senate’s Primary and Secondary Educatio
Put the kids first, Ohio: It’s time for ESAs
Robert AltAs Ohio’s General Assembly continues working on the biennial state budget, policymakers have the unique chance to pursue meaningful education reform for Ohio’s K–12 students. Given the dark rain clouds of the past fourteen months, we are all grateful to see a silver lining emerging.
Gadfly Bites 5/10/21 – The waitlist
Jeff MurrayGadfly Bites will be on vacation Wednesday. Back with more fun on Friday.
Universal ACT and SAT participation is a matter of equal opportunity
Aaron ChurchillOver the past few years, education groups have pushed the General Assembly to walk back the state policy that requires all high school juniors to take the ACT or SAT exam.
Testimony presented before the Senate Primary and Secondary Education Committee on HB 110
Chad L. AldisNOTE: Today, the Senate Primary and Secondary Education Committee heard testimony on HB 110, the state’s next biennial budget.
Gadfly Bites 5/5/21 – Laser focus
Jeff MurrayI must admit that I didn’t read or watch yesterday’s budget testimony in the Senate Primary and Secondary Education Committee yesterday. (I’ll be sure to be watching today, though, boss.
An overview of the computer science provisions in the state budget
Jessica PoinerIt’s rare for policies that are proposed in the state budget to sail untouched from the governor’s office through the House and to the Senate—especially if they’ll have a significant impact on the status quo.
Gadfly Bites 5/3/21 – “Mask-erade” indeed.
Jeff MurrayWhile Fordham’s own Chad Aldis notes a couple of positive aspects of the current school funding revamp which is now stuffed into the s