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Cincinnati school budget shortfall prompts leaders to weigh more cuts and levy

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) leaders are considering another round of spending reductions while discussing a possible tax levy to address the district’s ongoing financial challenges.  District officials say the Cincinnati school budget remains under pressure as rising operating costs, declining enrollment, and the end of pandemic-era federal funding continue to strain finances. The latest discussions come…

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CPS budget cuts spark debate as Cincinnati school board nears deadline

The budget cuts of Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) dominate discussions as June deadline approaches.  CPS budget cuts could reshape staffing, student services, and academic programs across the district next school year. The Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education continues to debate major spending reductions as it works toward a legally required budget deadline at the…

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Cincinnati school cuts proposal could eliminate more than 100 jobs next year

Cincinnati school cuts could reshape staffing and student services across the district next school year. The discussions intensified after district leaders proposed eliminating more than 100 positions to close a major budget gap. The Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education is considering sweeping staffing reductions as officials work to address a projected $58 million budget…

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Why Ohio’s EdChoice Lawsuit Could Change Education Across the State

The Ohio 10th District Court of Appeals is hearing arguments today in a major legal challenge that could reshape education options for tens of thousands of Ohio families. More than 300 public school districts, including several in Greater Cincinnati, are trying to dismantle the EdChoice voucher program, which currently serves roughly 150,000 to 166,000 students…

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Ohio attendance dashboard launches statewide to track student absenteeism

Ohio’s attendance dashboard is now live across the state as officials roll out a new system to track student absenteeism in real time. The attendance dashboard gives schools, families, and policymakers access to updated attendance trends across Ohio districts. How the attendance dashboard tracks student absenteeism The attendance dashboard provides weekly updates on student attendance…

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Nonprofits launch new gun violence prevention program for Cincinnati schools

Gun violence prevention efforts in the Queen City are expanding directly into classrooms this week. A coalition of local nonprofits has announced a comprehensive gun violence prevention program. The program is designed to equip Cincinnati students with conflict resolution strategies and safety training. New initiative targets school safety According to a report by WCPO 9,…

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