News and Events for May 25, 2026

Understanding Work Incentives & Healthcare Protections

Have you ever worked with families who express concern about losing benefits if their child enters competitive integrated employment? Come learn the facts! Personnel who work with transition-age youth with disabilities are invited to join this two-day professional learning opportunity focused on how employment impacts disability benefits and healthcare coverage. This training provides foundational benefits information to help you confidently advise transition-age youth and their families in Ohio. Participants will gain practical knowledge about:

Social Security work incentive programs that support young workers
Medicare protections
Ohio Medicaid protections for youth who enter the workforce

Event Details

Dates: May 28–29, 2026

Time: 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

Location: Quest Conference Center, Armstrong 1 Room, 9200 Worthington Road, Westerville, OH

Lunch: On your own; a lunch break will be provided

Registration Information

Registration is free! Space is limited to the first 35 participants. Participants must attend both days to receive a certificate of completion, available upon request. This course is offered by the Department of Education and Workforce and presented by Cornell University.

Use this link to register!

Questions? Please contact: Chelsea.Canterbury@education.ohio.gov

ALL Ohio Conference

The ALL Ohio Conference is Ohio’s premier gathering for Career Technical Education professionals, bringing together educators, administrators, counselors, workforce development professionals, industry partners, and advocates from across the state. Held July 20–22, 2026, at the Hilton Columbus Easton, the conference provides opportunities to connect with peers, learn from industry leaders, and stay informed on the latest updates impacting CTE in Ohio.

Attendees can expect three days of engaging breakout sessions, valuable networking opportunities, and access to 30+ exhibitors showcasing innovative resources and solutions for CTE. Featured topics include the Industry Recognized Credential (IRC) Redesign Launch and key ODEW focus areas such as Law Enforcement & Public Safety and Education & Training. Participants can also earn up to 21 contact hours and will receive a CEU certificate following the conference.

For more information, click here

NOW HIRING!

Kids First/TOPS program is seeking intervention specialists and classroom assistants for Extended School Year program.

The ESY program operates:

June 15^th - July 16^th , four days a week from 8:30-12:30, Monday through Thursday

If you are interested, contact Kim Monachino at KimberlyM@SummitESC.org or 330-945-5600 ext. 513917

Calling all CTE Instructors!

Kent State University’s articulated credit applications are digital.

To access more information, please click here. For assistance, please contact Matt Cola at mcola@kent.edu

School Safety Comic Series Released

The Ohio School Safety Center (OSSC) is excited to announce the official launch of LJ Mac and Cheese, a brand new comic created to help students in kindergarten through third grade learn about important school safety topics in a fun, engaging way.

You can view the digital version of the comic here:

Adventures in the SafetyVerse with LJ Mac and Cheese.

The OSSC looks forward to bringing this resource to schools across the state as part of ongoing efforts to support student safety education. You can also meet Cheese and get an exclusive comic at this year's Ohio School Safety Summit, held at Kalahari Resort and Convention Center June 2 and 3. Register for this free event here

TransCen’s Second Annual Virtual Transition Conference

Creating Pathways to Community Connections and Employment for

Students with Complex Support Needs, a dynamic, solutions-focused

event highlighting what’s possible when we raise expectations and

focus on strengths.

Click here for more information.

NEW! Co-Teaching Modules FREE

Making the Most of your Co-Teaching Team is now available through SST8’s Google Classroom. This course supports co-teaching teams in developing strong, effective partnerships. It embeds practical tools and reflection opportunities for collaboration, along with research-based strategies to enhance student learning.

You are invited to enroll in the modules as a co-teaching team, one member of a team, or someone interested in learning more about co-teaching!

State Test Results

Ohio State Test results will be available for Districts in the Centralized Reporting System on the following dates:

Online Math/Science/Social Studies- May 12
Online ELA-May 20
Paper Grade 3 ELA-June 15
Remaining paper-June 22

2026 Ohio School Safety Summit Registration is Open

The Ohio School Safety Summit, the premier annual school safety summit hosted by the Ohio School Safety Center, is set to take place at an exciting new location: Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Sandusky, Ohio. Dive into dynamic sessions led by top voices in school safety, and learn about what actually works in Ohio schools. Earn continuing education credits while exploring timely topics. Connect and collaborate with fellow school safety professionals and vendors from Ohio and beyond.