High Expectations and Respectful Work for All
By Carol S. Young, Ph.D., Director, BCHF Accountability and School Improvement Department Let us start with an understanding of correct terminology. In this refreshing age of people first language, there are no “Low Students” and there are no “High Students.” I think of my son when he was learning to play Stairway to Heaven on the electric guitar.
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Book Nook Up and Running at Newark Townhomes
A new chapter begins at Newark Townhomes! Thanks to a generous donation from Deborah Anne Bowen in memory of her mother, Katherine Ann Pabst Bowen, an esteemed Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing (OCCH) staff member and avid reader, residents now have a cozy and welcoming little library and book nook in the community room! The
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Screens Down, Minds Up: The Case for Phone-Free Classrooms
By Dane Puterbaugh, Accountability and School Improvement Representative Right now, every school has the capacity to improve student learning, attention span, and sense of belonging. We need to eliminate cell phones from the classroom. Since magic bullets don’t exist, this is the closest we can get to the same results. The data paints a clear
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Students Receive Winter Coats from Operation Warm
Columbus Noor Academy recently received over 100 brand-new winter coats from Operation Warm, a national nonprofit dedicated to providing high-quality coats and shoes to children in need. Through partnerships with compassionate individuals, community organizations, and corporations across North America, Operation Warm works to ensure that children have the warmth and confidence they need during the
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The Steve Guthrie Memorial Award for Excellence
In late 2023, we unexpectedly lost Steve Guthrie, a great man who has served on the Buckeye Community Hope Foundation Board for over 20 years. Steve was a generous, kind, and loyal friend to many. He was always willing to help anyone and demonstrated that in his work with Buckeye, within his family, and his
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Integrating Restorative Practices in Small Ways for Big Gains | By Illie Massey, Accountability and School Improvement Representative
In recent years, restorative practices have gained attention as an effective framework for building positive school climates and addressing conflicts. While the concept can seem overwhelming or resource-intensive, integrating small restorative practices into daily routines can lead to significant improvements in relationships, trust, and overall school culture. Restorative Practices Defined Restorative practices encompass a set