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Ohio Family Story: Supporting Your Child’s Dreams

We are so inspired by this family story from Salem, Ohio. Watch the video below to see William's dreams become ...
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Ohio Family Story: Michael's Story with Strength, Courage, and Bravery

Ohio Family Story: Michael’s Story with Strength, Courage, and Bravery

We share the following videos with permission from Michael's family and the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Students with ...
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Ohio Family Story: Same School, Different Experience

Hunter (L) and mom Bess (R) Bess is the mom of eight-year-old Hunter. An active and energetic child, Hunter attends ...
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Ohio Family Story: New School, New Chance for Family Engagement

Ohio Family Story: New School, New Chance for Family Engagement

Sophia (L) & mom Sara (R) Sara Owens has spent years finding the perfect fit for her daughter Sophia’s education; ...
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Ohio Family Story: Parent University -- A Personal Experience

Ohio Family Story: Parent University — A Personal Experience

In the Spring of 2019 I attended a free day of educational sessions at my local school District in Hilliard, ...
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Ohio Family Story: What Counts as Family Engagement?

By the time I got pregnant at 31, I was so excited to have a baby. A little girl to ...
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Ohio Family Story: Advocate Elaine Hamilton

Ohio Family Story: Advocate Elaine Hamilton

Elaine Hamilton has spent years helping families of children with disabilities, as a parent mentor, advocate, and volunteer in Ohio ...
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