Strike threats cast cloud over Vermilion school year
Contract talks between Vermilion teachers and the school board collapsed in July, prompting a federal mediator. A new session is set for Tuesday as students prepare to return, with teachers seeking a multi year contract and raises to cover higher health care costs, while the board says funds are insufficient for a long term deal.
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New crossing zones boost safety for district students
Mayor Kim Strauss announced 20 mph crosswalk zones will be installed near state Route 301 and Liberty Street after a vehicle strike, with work due by October. The district and village pressed for the changes for years, aided by improved ratings and new teaching tools like Smart Boards and Safari Montage access for teachers. Marie Friedt’s daughter was involved but not seriously harmed.
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Midview Schools Set Fifth and Sixth Grade Move to One Campus
GRAFTON The Midview School District plans a 2.5 mill permanent improvement levy campaign for November. Fifth and sixth grades will consolidate at Midview East to save library and transportation costs, with North and West housing younger students.
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Copopa and Columbia Schools pursue state funds for facility projects
District officials anticipate a strong state ranking in 2011 to fund renovations or new schools via Ohio School Facilities Commission while Copopa addresses urgent needs. In 2006 voters rejected a bond for an expedited plan, Columbia Schools pores over Jerrod's Law compliance, and the district leases new copiers projected to save about $70,000 over five years.
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Lorain District Launches Districtwide Literacy Initiative
Lorain County's largest school district unveils a new literacy program for grades K to 8. Superintendent Cheryl Atkinson notes literacy levels are below target and this districtwide effort marks the first comprehensive response with daily 90 minute elementary sessions and 60 minute middle school sessions.
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