Free child ID cards, a pedal pull and a new pig-chasing scramble headline Wednesday's lineup in Sandusky.

Forward Girls Leadership Academy has enrolled about 42 girls for its opening class, with 25 seats still up for grabs.

Akron’s Better Together giveaway returns Thursday with free book bags, school supplies, health services, games and prizes.

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.

North Coast CARE splits child-care costs between employers and the state, offering up to $400 per child per month for a capped pilot of 100 children in Lorain County.

State funding has been secured to keep five of the Northeast Ohio Boys & Girls Clubs open, rescuing them from closure and allowing services for up to 300 children to continue.

Looking for fun, entertaining family and learning events to check out in Cleveland this week? Here are top picks with dates, times, locations and ticket links.

Find out which schools made the grade in reading, math and other key areas.

Find out which schools made the grade in reading, math and other key areas.

Find out which schools made the grade in reading, math and other key areas.