Jan. 3, 2018

OhioMeansJobs-Readiness Seal criteria and guidance available online

Criteria and guidance now are available for students working toward the OhioMeansJobs-Readiness Seal. Established by Ohio House Bill 49, the seal will recognize high school graduates in 2018 and beyond who meet criteria showing they are prepared to contribute to the workplace and their communities. The seal will be printed on the transcripts and diplomas of students who demonstrate certain professional skills required for workplace success.

Deadline to recommend industry-recognized credentials for 2018-2019 school year is Jan. 15 Community stakeholders — including schools, districts, parents and businesses — may propose credential applications to the Ohio Department of Education.

New digital resource available for preschool learning Ohio’s parents and educators have a new resource to help learners ages 3-5 prepare for school and their futures.

Start Talking! The new year is a great time for families to set fresh goals together!

Teachers, curriculum directors, counselors, other professionals

Applications for Chinese Guest Teacher Program due Jan. 12

Spanish visiting teacher program details available on Feb. 2 conference call

Register now for the 2018 Ohio Department of Health Regional School Nurse Conferences

Nominations open for School Resource Officer of the Year

Deadlines and dates

Approaching deadlines or important dates mentioned in previous editions of EdConnection.

• 1/5-1/18 | Community Connectors grant program information sessions
• 1/17-18 | Striving Readers grants application instructional academy
• 1/19 | Deadline to submit local equity plans
• 1/26 | Green Ribbon Schools application deadline extended
• 2/13-15 | Ohio Educational Technology Conference
• 3/2 | Deadline to submit final proposals for STEM or STEAM school designation
• 3/21 | OSROA active shooter presentation workshop
• 4/1 | Nomination deadline for PAEMST  

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