OCCS

Ohio Council of Community Schools, sponsor of 48 charter schools across Ohio, advocate for high-quality choice.

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During #MakeADifferenceToChildrenMonth, we're proud to sponsor the @BGCToledo Barefoot at the Beach fundraiser! Supporting organizations that empower young people strengthens our communities and creates brighter futures. https://t.co/LedWGUWUFd

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This week is National Summer Learning Week! Learning can keep going all summer through curiosity, creativity and play. Families can explore free resources from PBS KIDS, Khan Academy Kids, NASA, Smithsonian, and NSLA here:
https://t.co/WkTdasUdfB

#NationalSummerLearningWeek

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Public libraries across Ohio are offering free summer reading programs for students and families.
Start here with Toledo Lucas County Public Library’s Summer Read:
https://t.co/jWy8dhfRjd
#summerreading #read

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Only one “B” from 4th through 8th grade.
That’s the remarkable academic record of Mi’Shia C., South Side Academy’s first Barbara Taylor Academic Excellence Award recipient.

Congratulations, Mi’Shia!

#AcademicExcellence #StudentAchievement

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Spent the afternoon celebrating Wildwood Environmental Academy for #NationalCharterSchoolsWeek
They are a WILD School Site, making them 1 of 7 in Lucas County.
The @ohiodnr recognized WEA for their efforts in environmental education, preservation and health!

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Wildwood Environmental Academy was recently featured by WTOL 11 during its ODNR dedication and Eco Showcase! 🌿
Way to go!
https://t.co/geGfhdhhQF

#CharterSchoolsWeek #WeAreCharter

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The talent in the @OCApride 2026 Art Showcase is AMAZING!
So many incredibly creative and impressive student pieces are featured throughout the gallery.
Take a look:
https://t.co/PrH8ryhTX5

#CharterSchoolsWeek #WeAreCharter

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Lots to celebrate with the science fair at Fairfield Preparatory Academy! #CharterSchoolsWeek
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Learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. Hands-on experiences help students build creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and confidence that lasts beyond the classroom. #CharterSchoolsWeek #WeAreCharter

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Student success goes beyond academics.
As the school year winds down, supporting students’ mental health and emotional well-being matters too.
Read our latest blog: https://t.co/eAeVf5ZUs2
#CharterSchoolsWeek #WeAreCharter

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We’re kicking off National #CharterSchoolsWeek! 🎉
We’re celebrating the students, educators, families, and communities that make charter schools so impactful. From STEM to career pathways and hands-on learning, charter schools help students prepare for the future. #WeAreCharter

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Happy Mother’s Day from OCCS!
Today, we celebrate the moms, grandmothers, caregivers, and mother figures whose love, encouragement, and support help students thrive. We are grateful for all you do for our school communities.
#MothersDay #mothers

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Congrats to the JA 5th Year Class of 2026! @ja_nwo celebrated its 80th anniversary, honored this year’s graduating class, and welcomed 50 new students into the Class of 2027. We’re proud to celebrate this work in career readiness and opportunity. #JuniorAchievement

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Happy School Principals’ Day! OCCS is proud to recognize the dedicated principals across our sponsored schools. Thank you for leading with care, supporting students and staff, and helping build strong school communities. #PrincipalsDay #SchoolLeaders

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OCCS is proud to celebrate Jailynn Wooden of SunBridge Performance Academy and Aniya Carter of Ohio Digital Learning School, recipients of the Toledo STEM Goes Red Scholarship.
Congratulations to these students on this exciting STEM achievement!
Read more: https://t.co/pFmjRiWmz1

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Congrats to Rachel Artrip of Foundation Academy on being named an America’s Favorite Teacher finalist! We’re proud to celebrate this national recognition.
https://t.co/9fmlr8Nt9t

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Ohio educators: Discover field trip opportunities at @NMGLToledo during its Educator Open House on Tuesday, May 5, from 4–6 p.m. Bonus: attendees can enter for a chance to win a free field trip for their class. Registration required: https://t.co/uM8huHwBtg

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During National Library Week, April 19–25, find your joy at the library.
Bring a friend, help someone sign up for a library card, or explore something new. Libraries are where curiosity and connection come to life.
#NationalLibraryWeek #FindYourJoy

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Check out this article featuring @k12_ohva and how the school is approaching AI in online learning: https://t.co/QcmMl1OXeT

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We’re proud to share this story about @OCApride student Peyton Regal, who is leading a donation drive to support local veterans through her National Junior Honor Society project.
Read more below: https://t.co/QtoaTs8Rvw