Professional Issues

Common Core resources

Three high-quality Common Core resources are now available to support locals and members as they navigate the transition to the new standards. Check them out.

New training modules to help in writing SLOs

To assist educators and principals in writing high-quality student learning objectives (SLOs), the Ohio Department of Education has released a new online module. Find out how this can be helpful.

Third Grade Reading Guarantee guidance manual

OFT Members who shared their expertise helped shape the final version of the Third Grade Reading Guarantee that includes flexibility in implementation to the benefit of students who need focused help from qualified teachers. Find out more and access the guidance manual.

Resources on Student Growth Measures (SGM)

As districts dive deeper into Student Growth Measures, ODE provides tools for those working at the local level. Business rules address topics such as determining teacher of record, student enrollment and attendance, and data availability. Read the policy on VA measures and FAQs on SGMs.

ODE provides new help with Student Learning Objectives

ODE has launched a new, online SLO Help Desk where teachers, principals and district staff to get answers to common questions about developing and implementing Student Learning Objectives (SLOs).

Sign up to get info on education policies, programs

Looking for current news and information on education policies and programs? Wondering what's happening at the Ohio Department of Education that can help you in your profession?

ODE prepares a weekly e-newsletter to superintendents, principals and other educators about policies, program updates and deadlines, as well as resources to help support student achievement. To subscribe to the weekly EdConnection newsletter, send an email to Superintendent@education.ohio.gov with “EdConnection Subscribe” in the subject line and ask that your email address be added to the EdConnection distribution list.

New information on student growth measures

New documentation about student learning objectives and the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES) are now available.

Common Core State Standards represent the best effort so far to transform a patchwork quilt of state standards into one set of strong, consistent expectations for what all students should know and learn.

Center for the Teaching Profession

The Ohio Department of Education's Center for the Teaching Profession provides information on issues that impact the teaching profession such as licensure, professional development, academic content standards, teaching standards, resident educator information, evaluation, and professional conduct. Learn more.

Criminal background updates required

State law requires holders of permanent certificates and permanent non-tax certificates to complete an updated FBI background check every five years. Find out how to comply.