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Policymakers focused on improving outcomes for kids at the Ohio Children's Caucus launch
This week, a bipartisan group of state Senators and Representatives convened for the official launch of the Ohio Children's Caucus with...
May 3, 2019


Announcing an Inspired Agenda for May 8th Laying the Groundwork Summit
Groundwork Ohio this week announced the participation of Ohio legislative leaders and LeeAnne Cornyn, Director of the Governor’s Office...
Apr 26, 2019


Advancing Early Childhood Equity Across Ohio
Delving into Data and Systemic Issues in Cleveland This past Friday, nearly 100 community leaders, child advocates, and educators came...
Apr 19, 2019


Ohio advocates speak out for young children during budget testimony
This week, early childhood experts from across the state, including our own Policy Director & Legal Counsel Lynanne Gutierrez, testified...
Apr 12, 2019


Equity at the Intersection of Race & Gender
Groundwork Ohio examined equity for Ohio’s children in the Early Childhood Race & Rural Equity Report by focusing on race, rural...
Apr 4, 2019


Groundwork Ohio Announces Myra Jones-Taylor as Keynote Speaker for Upcoming Summit
Groundwork Ohio this week announced Myra Jones-Taylor as keynote speaker for our upcoming Laying the Groundwork: Early Childhood...
Mar 8, 2019


Governor DeWine to Highlight Kids' Issues in First State of the State
Tune in today as Governor Mike DeWine delivers his first State of the State address at the Ohio Statehouse at 12 pm. Governor DeWine,...
Mar 5, 2019


Ohioans have spoken: it's time to invest in early learning
"Follow the science, and act early to improve the lives of children at risk, or living in the toxic stress of severe poverty. DeWine has...
Mar 5, 2019


Quality early education... it's right up our alley: Groundwork Ohio hosts legislative staff happ
Thanks to all of our friends, colleagues, Advisory Committee members, and legislative staff who came out to our happy hour last night! ...
Feb 22, 2019


Making Sure Ohio Kids Count
This week, Groundwork staff met with Ohio Development Services Agency Director Lydia Mihalik to discuss the importance of ensuring a...
Feb 8, 2019


Delving Into the Issues Facing Ohio Infants & Toddlers
As we delve into access and outcome data on Ohio's youngest learners, Groundwork recognizes that Ohio Babies Carry the Biggest Burden....
Jan 25, 2019


Zeroing in on 0-3: Advancing Early Learning for Ohio’s Infants & Toddlers
This week, Groundwork Ohio announced a unique partnership with the Pritzker Children’s Initiative (PCI) to promote prenatal-to-three...
Jan 18, 2019


Welcoming Groundwork Ohio's Newest Staff Member
Groundwork Ohio is pleased to welcome Vanessa Butler, our newly appointed Policy Associate! Vanessa has maintained a professional...
Jan 18, 2019


Ringing in the New Year
The new year has officially arrived and we are ready for all of the exciting opportunities 2019 will bring for Ohio's youngest learners. ...
Jan 4, 2019


A Look Back on 2018
With the new year right around the corner, we are excited for all the great opportunities to come in 2019! Before we ring in the new...
Dec 28, 2018


Happy Holidays from Groundwork Ohio!
During this time of joy and thanksgiving, we are especially grateful for all of the support we have received from early childhood...
Dec 21, 2018
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