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Dear Ohio English Language Arts Colleagues,

I want to express my support to all teachers during these uncertain times. With the constant changing of events, we understand how difficult circumstances are right now for teachers in the many roles you carry out daily. 

Please reach out to me at any time with questions or needs that you may have. We are still working at full capacity at ODE, but since we are currently required to work from home, the best way to contact me is via email for at least the next three weeks. 

Additionally, I know that there is an immediate need for resources for home instruction of students and I am connecting with our national and state organizations to create an ODE English language arts resource center where teachers can easily access instructional and learning materials. I am trying to organize this as soon as possible and will send out an update once the department has established a centralized location for teachers and parents to access.

I am incredibly grateful for the outstanding work that Ohio’s English language arts teachers do every day and want to confirm my support for you in the upcoming weeks. Please take care of yourselves and know that I am here for you in whatever capacity needed.

Sincerely,

Kara Putinsky ODE English Language Arts Consultant