Yesterday, Governor Mike DeWine took strides in embracing educational excellence across Ohio by giving a nod of achievement to several elementary schools. Visits to Hamilton Elementary School in Columbus and Wheelersburg Elementary School in Scioto County marked another chapter in his state-wide tour recognizing institutions that embody the Governor’s Science of Reading Champions Award. According to the governor's office, this award celebrates schools leveraging the Science of Reading to advance student literacy.
These institutions are making waves, using reading science as the keystone for educating young minds. "These schools and their teachers are doing a phenomenal job using the Science of Reading as a foundation to help their students grow as readers," Ohio Governor Mike DeWine stated. Reading, he stressed, is not just a fundamental skill but a gateway to a fuller life – "it opens the door to education, to employment, and to life."
The schools receiving these compliments have demonstrated exceptional adherence to instructional methods grounded in the Science of Reading. This approach focuses on evidence-based practices that are proven effective in teaching children how to read. It's a big shift from past methods, aimed squarely at ensuring every child in Ohio starts on the right foot.
For parents and students alike, the recognition by Governor DeWine is an assuring signal that education in Ohio is being steered forward, on course, and with diligence. It's not simply about handing out awards. It's about acknowledging the exemplary commitment of educators to shaping the future, one student at a time. This spotlight on successful schools may serve as a beacon, illuminating the path for others to follow. In doing so, the Governor's office sends a clear message: Ohio values educators who invest in evidence-based reading strategies, and its children deserve no less.
