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Friday, June 27, 2025, 11:30 a.m.
The Evolving Role of Regional Public Universities
Ohio’s regional public universities — including Cleveland State, and the Universities of Akron and Toledo — collectively serve more students than any single university in the state, including the state’s flagship. Yet they’re often overlooked in both local and national...
Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
Pathways to Equity: Overcoming Racial Disparities in Our Schools
In the 2nd youth led forum of the year, we will focus on how racial inequities in education are deeply entrenched in the American school system, affecting not just individual students but the broader landscape of educational achievement and opportunity. Research...
Friday, October 18, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
Remarks from Ted Carter, President of The Ohio State University
Ohio State stands at the doorway of great opportunity, firmly and uniquely positioned to be a leading national flagship public research university. Leading the way is Walter “Ted” Carter Jr., who was appointed as the 17th president of The Ohio...
Tuesday, October 08, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
Radically Excellent School Improvement
Kate Anderson Foley is a transformational leader with significant experience leading public school districts and states toward equitable and integrated services for all learners. Her work is grounded in social justice and breaking down the barriers for children who have...
Tuesday, October 01, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
Join the City Club for the annual State of the Schools address featuring CEO Dr. Warren G. Morgan where he will speak about his priorities and progress after his first year leading the schools. Dr. Morgan became CEO of Cleveland Metropolitan...
Friday, August 16, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
Enforcing Civil Rights in Schools Today
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) vigilantly enforces federal civil rights laws in schools and other recipients of Department of Education federal funding throughout the nation—resolving case investigations, publishing policy resources, and providing school and community technical assistance. In a...
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