Daneé Pinckney, who teaches 11th and 12th grade English at Twinsburg High School, has been named the 2025 Ohio Teacher of the Year by the State Board of Education.

The weekend will feature antique tractor displays, equipment demonstrations such as corn grinding and Farmpark’s regular weekend presentations. Fall activities will be in full swing, and visitors can try Farmpark’s corn maze, apple slushies and more.

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Authentic Montessori in the heart of Little Italy. Now in their 30th anniversary year, Cleveland Montessori joyfully serves students ages 3-14. To enhance their classroom experience, students utilize the culturally rich University Circle area, home to the city’s world-renowned orchestra and museums.

From tying shoes, cutting with scissors, picking up toys and using utensils, to holding a crayon or pencil, young children are practicing fine motor skills. While many children hit these developmental milestones easily, everyone learns at their own pace. As kids begin to learn how to write, parents want to watch out for signs their child is having difficulties early on. 

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When students miss school, they’re not just missing the chance to learn something new in class. They’re missing out on engagement opportunities, on friendships, on community resources. Here are some ways schools are dealing with chronic absenteeism.

Meet Louis, Akron Zoo's September Animal Ambassador Spotlight! In this video, keeper Melanie explains what makes Louis, a prehensile-tailed skink, so unique and why he is such an important resident at the Akron Zoo.

Students around Northeast Ohio celebrated the first day of school and shared their school smiles for us!

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