Pepper Pike's Ratner Montessori told about 200 families it will close Aug. 15, citing financial pressures. Parents say the surprise leaves students and staff scrambling for placements and refunds.

House Bill 484 would fund a $20M two‑year pilot to give Ohio child‑care workers publicly funded care. Supporters say it could unlock thousands of new slots and ease shortages.

More than 60% of Ohio kindergarteners aren't turning up ready to learn. A statewide book program will use pediatric visits to try to close the gap.