EDUCATION AND THE ECONOMY
It is a new world of global competition, changing economics and rapid change. To compete, Ohioans need a highly skilled work force and leadership with a vision.
A strong Ohio must begin in the classroom. We will have to transform teaching and learning. And we will have to invest in public education at every level, from kindergarten through college, in career and vocational technologies and for every student, whether gifted and talented or in need of special intervention and help.
Today, Ohio is at the beginning of the long-awaited renewal of its public education system. Together we are working to prepare our students to work, learn and build stronger Ohio communities.
To accomplish all that, Ohio's new system of K-12 public education will provide new opportunities to every Ohio student.
These opportunities are grounded in 21st century skills -- going beyond the basics to the abilities every Ohioan needs to develop both a career and the capacity to make responsible decisions in the marketplace and public affairs.
Education that goes beyond the basics is the bridge to better hopes for higher education, expanded career options after graduation and long-term earnings and financial goals.
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Reforming Ohio's Education System for the Modern Economy
Ohio, like nearly every other state in the nation, is faced with the worst economy since the Great Depression.
Despite this, Governor Strickland and the state legislature have made an unprecedented commitment to Ohio’s schools, ensuring they are funded through a constitutional system.
Additionally, it reforms our classrooms and strengthens the teaching profession to prepare students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the jobs of the future.
At a time when other states are dramatically reducing education funding, the governor and legislature understand that a commitment to education is critical to Ohioís future economic growth and revival.
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An abundant, skilled labor supply improves productivity, quality and profit
Ohio has a statewide workforce of six million: more than the total population most states can claim. With 180,000 graduating high school seniors and more than 78,000 college graduates ready to join the workforce every year, Ohio is a juggernaut of worker productivity.
Ohio's education system doesn't end with graduation. The state offers unique workforce programs for continuing education to help employers conduct necessary training. Learn more about the ways Ohio helps educate the workforce in partnership with industry.
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