Ohio Charter News Weekly – 5.12.23
Jeff MurrayAnother Charter Schools Week is in the books
Gadfly Bites 5/12/23—Dogs are part of the deal
Jeff Murray“As the Ohio General Assembly finishes work on the state’s two-year budget due June 30,
Testimony provided on Substitute House Bill 33—5/10/23
Aaron ChurchillNote: Today, the Ohio Senate’s Education Committee heard testimony on Substitute House Bill 33, the state’s budget bill for fiscal years 2024 and 2025.
Gadfly Bites 5/10/23—Degraded spectacle
Jeff MurrayLots to cover today. So let’s crack on!
A meta-analysis of technology integration research in K-12 education
Jeff MurraySchools around the country have been expeditious in responding publicly to the rapid onset of ChatGPT and other interactive platforms that utilize sophisticated artificial intelligence, and those in the know say this technology could change teaching and learning forever.
The continuing evaluation of a community college student support program in Ohio
Jeff MurrayThe Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP) is a comprehensive suite of supports meant to help community college students persist in school and complete a degree in three years or less.
Gadfly Bites 5/8/23—Ill-starred, perhaps?
Jeff MurrayIn case you didn’t know, this is National Charter Schools Week.
Gadfly Bites 5/5/23—It hits different
Jeff MurrayNot much for me to write about today, but I think the phrase “Future Scholars of Medicine Club” would pique my interest even on a busy news day.
Teacher preparation in Ohio and the science of reading
The science of reading movement is sweeping across the nation, and state and local policymakers are taking steps to ensure that students are learning to read via proven methods.
Gadfly Bites 5/3/23—Reinventing the wheel…and then keeping it to yourself
Jeff MurrayState Rep.
Reinventing Ohio’s Charter School Sector, 2015–2023: Ohio’s successful charter turnaround—and what’s needed next
Aaron ChurchillFor more than two decades, the charter school movement has aimed to provide parents with more public-school options, empower educators to launch innovative schools, and boost student achievement. This report looks at the progress Ohio is making toward achieving these ambitious goals. It includes an overview of the landmark reforms that state lawmakers enacted in 2015 to strengthen accountability for charter school performance, as well as the improvements the sector has made since then. The report also discusses the large funding disparities that public charter schools in Ohio still face, and how legislators can work to bridge those gaps.
Gadfly Bites 4/28/23—Maybe their options are a little too open?
Jeff MurrayWhile the state budget bill is the big news we want to talk about today, the good folks in the media have not forgotten about that other legislation out there.
Gadfly Bites 4/26/23—“We have intentional efforts regarding kids”
Jeff MurrayMike DeWine, Thomas B.
Backing down from the Third Grade Reading Guarantee is on brand for Ohio policymakers
Jessica PoinerOhio’s recent focus on early literacy is largely thanks to Governor DeWine’s budget recommendations, which contain a bold plan to boost reading achievement in Ohio.
Handwriting or computers: Which is the superior way for children to learn to write?
Jeff MurrayA common concern in evaluating computer-based testing is the perceived differences between students writing by hand and those writing by typing.
How will Ohio ensure that schools are actually following the science of reading?
Aaron ChurchillLed by Governor DeWine, the science of reading movement is taking off in the Buckeye State. While the push is new in Ohio, the reading science isn’t.
Gadfly Bites 4/24/23—Well, as long as you can feel it, sir, I’m sure it must be true
Jeff MurrayU.S.
Gadfly Bites 4/21/23—Yes, every kid dang it
Jeff MurrayWEB CORPS is a great-sounding summer program for low-income rising juniors and seniors in Lorain County…but unfortuna
The social and emotional damage of socially promoting struggling readers
Jessica PoinerOver the last few weeks, debates about early literacy have dominated headlines in Ohio.
Fordham Institute testimony on Substitute House Bill 33—4/19/23
Aaron ChurchillNOTE: Today, members of the Ohio House Finance Committee received testimony on the education provisions of Substitute House Bill 33, establishing the operating budget for the sta
Gadfly Bites 4/19/23—“A familiar foe”
Jeff MurrayIn case you missed it, the substitute version of the state budget bill in the House dropped yesterday.
Fordham Institute media statement on House’s removal of Ohio’s third-grade reading requirement
Ohio Education GadflyThe Ohio House of Representatives recently unveiled its version of the state budget bill (Substitute House Bill 33). Among its proposals is the elimination of state retention requirements when third graders struggle with significant reading deficiencies.
Will Ohio’s Covid Generation Get Back on Track? An analysis of 2021–22 state test results—and how to accelerate learning
Aaron ChurchillIn fall 2022, the Ohio Department of Education released state assessment results from the 2021-22 school year. The data continue to reveal the massive learnings losses that occurred during the pandemic, along with the uneven recovery in its wake. This report offers a close look at Ohio's achievement data from the 2018-19 to 2021-22 school years, and concludes with four recommendations that can help accelerate student learning across the Buckeye State.
Gadfly Bites 4/17/23—Start regurgitating the news
Jeff MurrayIs Springfield City Schools’ School of Innovation a choice? A punishment? A diversion? Current principal says choice: “I do not have kids that are here because of trouble.