OH: Children's
Stalled Child Tax Credit leaves Ohio families in limbo
During this week's presidential debate, Vice President Kamala Harris proposed reviving the Child Tax Credit, which was part of the American Rescue …
Critical choices: How Ohio’s elections will affect education
In Ohio, the upcoming elections could have a significant effect on public education. Educators are urging voters to consider how the candidates' …
Coaching beyond the game for student growth in Ohio and elsewhere
The Coach Beyond program, started by Ohio State University's Life Sports, is making waves across Ohio by helping coaches address more than just the …
The quiet preparation: Ohio teachers before the first bell
As Ohio students head back to school, many parents may think the return to the classroom begins when the first bell rings but for educators, the …
Building bridges: How PACT is redefining child welfare through relationships
The Public Children's Services Association of Ohio has launched a groundbreaking new initiative called Practice in Action Together, aimed at …
Building belonging: Prioritizing mental health in Ohio schools
As Ohio students prepare for the new school year, mental health experts are highlighting the importance of belonging in the classroom. A national …
Controversy continues over Ohio 'Bathroom Bill'
By Eduardo Miranda Strobel / Broadcast version by Farah Siddiqi reporting for the Kent State NewsLab-Ohio News Connection Collaboration. Concerns of …
OH lawmakers propose $10 million child care program for working families
Sen. Michele Reynolds, R-Canal Winchester and Rep. Mark Johnson, R-Chillicothe, recently announced a significant legislative initiative to address …
Workplace adoption benefits help families, communities
More employers are offering benefits to adoptive parents, according to a new survey by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. The amount of paid …
Ohio program prepares foster parents to care for kids with complex needs
An Ohio program that provides help for foster parents of children with complex behavioral issues is expanding. It offers 24/7 on-call crisis …
Report: Ohio make has made some progress on child well-being
Math and reading proficiency among Ohio kids has worsened over the past five years, according to new data. The latest Kids Count Data Book from the …
New Ohio EBT/SUN Bucks program to feed more kids this summer
Eligible Ohio families will receive $120 this summer to buy groceries for their children through a new summer EBT/SUN Bucks program. Brigette Hires…