Ohio Department of Education

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, located in Ottawa, OH, oversees educational initiatives and supports for K-12 schools throughout the state. With a commitment to enhancing literacy achievement and integrating innovative strategies like AI in education, the department aims to provide high-quality instruction and resources for students, educators, and administrators. The department also promotes best practices in areas such as chronic absenteeism, special education, and community support, emphasizing collaboration and effective policies. Its various programs and resources—ranging from adult diploma options to enhanced learning standards—are tailored to meet the diverse needs of the Ohio educational landscape. Generated from the website

The Allen County Educational Service Center (ESC) in Lima, Ohio, has been designated as a High Performing ESC by the Ohio Department of Education for several years. The ESC provides various services to schools, educators, and students to support the State's educational initiatives and enhance student learning. With a focus on professional development, administrative support, and direct student services, the Allen County ESC offers programs such as the Autism Unit/Great Day Academy, Pathway to Success, and Preschool Program. The ESC also provides services like educator evaluation, psychological services, special education supervision, and transition services to meet the unique needs of client school districts. Through innovative programs like the Academic Quiz Bowls, MakerFest, and greenhouse projects, the Allen County ESC actively engages students in academic challenges, hands-on learning experiences, and career exploration opportunities. By tailoring offerings to address specific needs, the ESC plays a crucial role in supporting schools, educators, and students in the region. Generated from the website content

Hancock County ESC provides a range of educational and extracurricular opportunities for students. Its schools maintains a staff of professionals and paraprofessionals, including teachers, coordinators, psychologists, therapists, and speech and language pathologists. Each school of the district offers a variety of lunch options. Hancock County ESC organizes various athletic activities, such as baseball, basketball, football, golf and wrestling. Its schools also conduct problem solving sessions. Each school of the district provides learning classes in English, science and social science. In addition, its schools feature libraries that maintain collections. Hancock County ESC is located in Findlay, Ohio.