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 5/1/23—Mightily afeared
Jeff MurrayOnly one clip today, but it is illustrative beyond its singular presence.
A closer look at the strengths and weaknesses of Ohio’s career pathways initiatives
Jessica PoinerCareer pathways are emerging as a promising, bipartisan solution to help adolescents and adults secure well-paying jobs and support employers searching for skilled workers. Although their design varies from state to state, these pathways are intended to help participants develop knowledge and skills in a particular career field, typically one that’s considered in-demand.
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 4.7.23
Jeff MurrayKudos to charters and their staffers across Ohio
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 3.31.23
Jeff MurrayGood news of the week—brick-and-mortar edition
Some Ohio teenagers are struggling after graduation. The governor’s budget proposal could help.
Jessica PoinerThe wage difference between college and high school graduates, or the “college wage premium,” grew during the pandemic. On average, recent college graduates earn $52,000 per year compared to the $30,000 earned by those with only a high school diploma.
Four steps Ohio can take to improve its career pathway efforts
Jessica PoinerIn 2010, Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce published a report warning that a majority of the nation’s jobs would soon require at least some post-secondary education.
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 3.10.23
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayIn case you missed it, Charter News co-author Chad Aldis is leaving Ohio and returning to his native Iowa for a big important job. This is his last edition of the news, but our weekly roundups will continue with Jeff Murray as solo author.
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 3.3.23
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayOhio Education By the Numbers
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 2.24.23
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayHappening now in Ohio charter schools
Ohio is narrowing the charter funding gap—but it still needs to do more
Aaron ChurchillOhio has long underfunded charter schools. Back in 2004, we at Fordham published a Dayton-specific study finding that the city’s charters received just two-thirds of the revenue as the local district.
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 2.17.23
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayCelebration and appreciation
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 2.10.23
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayBudget coverage, media style
Governor DeWine begins his second term with a renewed focus on career and technical education
Jessica PoinerSince first taking office in 2019, Governor DeWine has consistently prioritized policies aimed at expanding and improving career-technical education (CTE).
Governor DeWine’s budget takes bold steps forward on charter schools and private school choice
Aaron ChurchillLast week, Governor Mike DeWine unveiled his state budget proposal for fiscal years 2024 and 2025.
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 2.3.23
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayLet Ohio’s budget debate commence!
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 1.27.23
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayCelebrating National School Choice Week pt 1
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 1.20.23
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff Murray“Stocktaking” of issues facing all public schools
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 1.13.23
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayCharter growth in Ohio
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 1.6.23
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayThis is our first edition of 2023. Happy New Year to all! It covers news from December 15, 2022 – January 6, 2023. Looking back at 2022 pt 1 – Indianapolis
EdChoice vouchers have helped, not hurt, traditional public schools
Aaron Churchill , Chad L. AldisTry saying it with us: “Choice and competition are good.” Don’t take our word alone. On the left, President Joe Biden said:
The state of play in open enrollment policies
Jeff MurrayOpen enrollment—when students are allowed to enroll in district schools other than the one to which they would be assigned based on their residence—is one of the oldest school choice options in the country.
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 12.16.22
Chad L. Aldis, Jeff MurrayThis is our last edition for 2022. Thank you for reading and subscribing. We’ll be back on January 6, 2023 with a final rundown of late December news. Cincinnati charter school on the grow