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News and Events for April 1 Through April 12, 2024

You’ve got questions…we’ll get answers!

DEW’s LM Clinton will be joining us on April 23 for our K-12 Principal Network to discuss literacy policy and updates surrounding the mandated dyslexia and science of reading professional development for your districts. Please register below to join and receive all updates about this training.

A Tale of One District

During our latest R8LL meeting, Medina City Schools literacy leaders shared their journey into the science of reading. Join us on April 17 to learn about Norton City School’s journey. Click below to register for link to join.

The “Value” of Value Added

Have questions about value added? Need suggestions regarding how to use value added data and or predictions to improve instruction? Ask our consultants Alisha Gray (alishag@sst8.org) and Frank Gant (frankg@sst8.org) who just graduated from EVAAS University last week!

Combating Chronic Absenteeism through Relationship Building and Early Warning Systems

Join us at the Summit ESC on April 11th from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM to delve into effective approaches for combating chronic absenteeism. Gain invaluable insights into creating and analyzing Early Warning Systems to monitor attendance, behavior, and course performance data - all geared towards supporting students in achieving timely graduation. Reserve your seat now to elevate your professional toolkit.

Cohort 1 One Plans are due April 30th

The deadline for completing One Needs Assessment and One Plan is April 30th. These assessments and plans are pivotal for informed decision-making, resource allocation, and strategic planning. They offer critical insights into identifying needs, setting objectives, and mapping out pathways to success.

To support you through this process, SST8 offers a range of resources and assistance. Whether you need guidance, templates, or expert advice, our team is here to help you navigate the complexities of One Needs Assessment and One Plan. Questions? Contact SST8 OIP Lead Frank Gant FrankG@sst8.org.

SpEd Office Hours

Got questions? We’ve got answers!

April 10th, 9-10 am

Join Dee Dee and Helen for this month’s Office Hours where they’ll tackle your tough questions! Email your questions ahead of time from you and/or your staff. Don’t worry, they take questions on the fly too!

Guidance for High-Quality Instructional Materials and Core Curriculum in English Language Arts and Reading Intervention Materials Requirements

Resources and office hours available for high quality instructional materials for English language arts and reading intervention program requirements

By the 2024-2025 school year, districts and schools must use English language arts core curriculum and reading intervention materials from the Department’s approved list.

A guidance document now is available to support districts with implementing this requirement. The guidance document includes information about subsidies for purchasing materials, practical advice for transitioning to using approved materials, and detailed information about supplemental materials.

For more information, please see the Department’s High-Quality Instructional Materials webpage. Send questions to ReadOhio@education.ohio.gov

Restraint and Seclusion Data Submission Window

Ohio Administrative Code 3301-35-15 requires districts to annually report information regarding the use of restraint and seclusion to the Department. The data collection period for the 2023-2024 school year will open June 3, 2024 and close August 2, 2024. An email from Ohio-K12 will be sent to the superintendent or community school designee with a unique link for reporting. If the link cannot be located, email support@ohio-k12.help.

A pre-survey will be sent to superintendents mid-April.

Family Reports from State Testing

(opt -in needed)

If you still want to receive printed family reports from DEW/Cambium for state testing, you will need to opt in. Go to TIDE, Preparing for Testing, then Printed Family Reports you will need to opt-In by May 10th. It will default to not receiving the printed copies unless you opt-in.

New College Scholarship for Students Impacted by Cancer

Ears to You is a non-profit with a mission to lift the spirits of cancer patients of all ages by providing a moment of joy and hope, primarily in Medina, Summit and Cuyahoga Counties. They have launched a scholarship fund for applicants who

either had cancer themselves or someone in their immediate family that they live with,
are HS seniors, and
are headed to a 2 or 4 year college next fall.

The number of scholarships offered and the exact amounts will be determined after our spring gala, but will be no less than $500.

Click to access the online application form, due by May 20th.