Ohio Department of Education State Board of Education

State Board of Education 19-member board that creates policy and makes recommendations for K-12 education in Ohio
	Our Vision The State Board of Education’s vision is for all Ohio students to graduate from the PK-12 education system with the knowledge, skills and behaviors necessary to successfully continue their education and/or be workforce ready and successfully participate in the global economy as productive citizens. Ultimately, all students will graduate well prepared for success. > learn more Preparing Students for the Challenges of the 21st Century
Our Objectives To graduate all students well prepared for success, the State Board will focus on the following objectives: Teaching 21st century knowledge and skills for real-world success; Effectively delivering support for a high quality education; Providing sufficient resources which are efficiently managed; and Developing a statewide outreach and communication strategy on board policy and the importance of education in the 21st century. Our Members The State Board of Education is made up of 19 members - 11 who are elected and eight who are appointed by the governor. > learn more Board Member Bios Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio Schools Our Meetings State Board of Education meetings generally occur on the second Monday and Tuesday of each month. Ohio Sunshine Laws require that these meetings be open to the public, except executive session. Members of the public have opportunities to address the Board during the Chapter 119 hearing and during the business meeting on Tuesday. Board schedules, agendas, minutes are published regularly. Audio files from State Board meetings are posted within five business days. To view monthly Board Books, click here.		CONTACT INFORMATION Office of Board Relations J.C. Benton, Director 25 S. Front Street Mail Stop 703 Columbus, Ohio  43215 877-Ohio-EDU (phone) E-mail: j.c.benton@education.ohio.gov
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