Ohio Department of Education and Workforce

Exciting news! Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Director Stephen Dackin today announced $3.2 million in Career-Technical Education Access Grants. As more manufacturers invest and create jobs in Ohio, we're working to ensure students are ready for these opportunities. Details: https://lnkd.in/gSfkHvB5

We're just ONE WEEK away from the Ohio State Fair! There's so much to explore and discover, July 29-Aug. 9. We'll see you there! Plan your visit: https://lnkd.in/gVw_NPex

JUST ANNOUNCED: Ohio is taking a major step to ensure post-high school opportunities are aligned with the state’s current and future workforce needs. Read about the updated list of industry-recognized credentials: https://lnkd.in/g89HFDeY

Working together to strengthen career-connected learning! Thank you to Lt. Governor Jim Tressel for sharing insights and encouragement at the Business Advisory Council Town Hall, and celebrating the work of Ohio’s Business Advisory Councils.

Congratulations to Licking Heights High School physics teacher Russell Williams on being selected for an international professional learning opportunity at CERN, the world-renowned particle physics laboratory in Switzerland. Williams was among just two teachers from the U.S., and only 40 educators selected worldwide, to participate in the program. The two-week experience brought together teachers from around the world to explore scientific research, collaborate with fellow educators, and learn directly from scientists working at the forefront of modern physics. 📸 via Licking Heights Local Schools

Celebrating excellence in career-connected learning! Today, we recognized the recipients of the Business-Education Leader Awards at this year’s Business Advisory Council Townhall. Ohio continues to strengthen its education-business partnerships, and these efforts lead to more opportunities and greater workforce readiness experiences for students. Congratulations to all! 

Last week, CNBC named Ohio the top state in the country for business! We celebrate this designation, ranking Ohio as the overall nationwide leader in attracting new businesses and keeping business costs low, creating strong infrastructure, and ensuring citizens can live up to their full potential. Governor Mike DeWine's comprehensive education strategy is a cornerstone to this ranking, ensuring students have quality education options and good job opportunities upon graduation. Details: https://lnkd.in/gG2Mg49R  

Throughout this month, Ohio 4th grade students and their families can receive free admission to participating museums and historic sites to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday. Details: https://lnkd.in/g2ZjY8wU

🛒🎒🖍️ Mark your calendar for savings! Ohio’s Sales Tax Holiday is set for Aug. 7-9. Details: https://lnkd.in/gAsDNSyG

Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine share the vision behind the new Ohio Children’s Carousel, a must-see attraction debuting at this year’s Ohio State Fair. Constructed in Marion, each carousel figure is an impressive work of art. Explore more at https://lnkd.in/gVw_NPex to plan your visit. This year’s Ohio State Fair runs from July 29 through Aug. 9.