Do Ohio’s teacher preparation programs follow the science of reading? How stronger teacher preparation and curricula policies can ensure scientifically based reading instruction in Ohio
Shannon HolstonThis study takes a look at Ohio's elementary-school teacher preparation programs and the extent to which they're training candidates in the science of reading. Based on analyses of programs' course materials and syllabi, the report identifies exemplary preparation programs that cover the five components of the reading science. Other programs, however, are lagging behind. The report offers recommendations that will better ensure that all incoming teachers are well-trained in the science of reading.
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!
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.
New state data offer tantalizing clues about Ohio’s teacher shortages
Jessica PoinerTeacher shortages have been a hot topic over the last few years.
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.
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
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.
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.
Gadfly Bites 4/14/23—Anti-drama
Jeff MurrayWe’re back after a little break Wednesday. Hope you didn’t miss that sweet sweet snark too much!
Gadfly Bites 4/10/23—Y’all can’t think of any other way to put it?
Jeff MurrayFordham’s own Aaron Churchill has some choice words to say while refuting critics of Ohio’s voucher programs in
Ohio Charter News Weekly – 4.7.23
Jeff MurrayKudos to charters and their staffers across Ohio
Gadfly Bites 4/7/23—Parents are unique, too, y’all
Jeff MurrayFordham is namechecked in this story about the possibility of voucher expan
Gadfly Bites 4/5/23—Look at all these choices
Jeff MurrayHere’s a nice look at a career fair sponsored by Elyria City Schools staffers.
Gadfly Bites 4/3/23—Oh, it’s the healthy kind of competition now, is it?
Jeff MurrayLots and lots to unpack in this one story.