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Veteran's Day, a significant date on our calendar, offers a poignant opportunity to reflect on the bravery and sacrifices of the men and women who hav…

Today marks a significant moment in our community and nation: Election Day. As Ohio heads to the polls, this is an opportunity to reflect on the impor…

National Native American Heritage Month (Also referred to as Indigenous People's Awareness Month) is a time to honor the history, culture, and contrib…

October is a month of vibrant colors, cooling temperatures, and a time of recognition, reflection, and action for us in Ohio. This month, we acknowled…

Eighteen OCCS sponsored schools received their own Book Vending Machine to kick off the school year.

The Ohio Department of Education released the 2023 Ohio School Report Cards. New this year, schools and districts received overall ratings of 1-5 star…

From September 15th - October 15th, schools are encouraged to celebrate the cultures, histories, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestor…

National Suicide Prevention Month in September is a vital platform to raise awareness and understanding of suicide prevention strategies. This blog ex…

Mark your calendars! August 7th & 8th, 2024, is our annual training and networking event designed specifically for the needs of OCCS sponsored schools…

OCCS sponsored our first charter school in 2002-2003. This year, in 2023, we gathered with our school leaders from across the state to celebrate 20 Ye…

Since 2011, National School Choice Week has grown into the world’s largest celebration of opportunity in education.

On December 6th, 2022 we celebrated the 8th Annual Online Learning Day in Columbus. Families shared their personal stories of school choice.