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Major Strides Ohio Has Taken in Improving Education in our State

Dear Constituents,

As autumn approaches and children head back to school, it is a good time to reflect on the major strides Ohio has taken toward improving education in our state. While other states have responded to the recession by slashing education funding, Ohio has protected school funding. We’ve done so because the key to lasting economic growth is to better prepare our children for the new kinds of jobs the 21st-Century economy is creating.

Here are some of the most significant reforms Ohio has made:

Modernizing Ohio Classrooms – Aligns Ohio's academic standards to international benchmarks and incorporates creativity and innovation into the classrooms, while strengthening the core subjects.

Expanding Learning Opportunities – Provides more learning opportunities by
establishing all-day kindergarten, gradually expanding the school year, and expanding the learning day with additional activities, community service and wellness programs.

Increasing School District Accountability and Transparency – Establishes a new level of school district accountability and transparency to local taxpayers. The

Department of Education will work with districts to ensure they're in compliance with standards and help them make necessary improvements.

Establishing a Constitutional Funding System and Reducing the Reliance on Local Taxpayers – Uses research and best practices to determine the components for student success, then drives resources to districts based on those findings.

Our children are our future, and my colleagues and I in the Ohio House continue to work to ensure they get the best possible education. Earlier in the general assembly, I sponsored legislation to achieve just that: House Bill 316 will require that if a school district offers any type of sexual health education, then it must be comprehensive, medically accurate, age appropriate, and abstinence inclusive. If a parent objects to the instruction, the bill gives them the right to opt out their child.

I have entitled this legislation the Act for Our Children’s Future because I believe it is
vital to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to protect their sexual and reproductive health, defend against unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted
infections, and encourage Ohio’s youth to develop responsible decision-making skills for a successful future. Our children’s health and futures are too important to put at risk by not giving them the tools they need to protect themselves.

As always, please do not hesitate to contact me. I always welcome your thoughts, concerns and questions.

Sincerely,

Stephen Slesnick
State Representative

Representative Slesnick Announces Funds for Local Renovation Project

State Representative

Stephen Slesnick

Rep. Slesnick Announces Funds for Local Renovation Project

$23,900 State Dollars to Reestablish Canton Jewish Women’s Center

COLUMBUS – State Representative Stephen D. Slesnick (D-Canton) announced today that the state will provide $23, 900 towards the renovation of the Canton Jewish Women’s Center. The Center provides a variety of educational and cultural activities and programs for the community.

“These state dollars will help make this project a reality, creating a welcoming place for area events,” said Rep. Slesnick. “The Canton Jewish Women’s Center will be an integral part of the local Jewish community, and the new location is ideal for a gathering place that can bring the Jewish community and all of Stark County together.”

The Women’s Center is part of the Canton Jewish Community Center, a United Way agency. The grant will go to the Canton Jewish Community Federation, the parent organization for both centers.

The Canton Jewish Community Center is relocating to a vacant wing at the Shaaray Torah Synagogue on Thirtieth Street North West in Canton. This renovation project will re-establish the Canton Jewish Women’s Center, which will serve as an open space for organizational meetings, educational presentations, committee gatherings, and special events for the entire Stark County community.

Rep. Slesnick worked closely with Ed Buxbaum, CEO of the Canton Jewish Community Federation, Joyce Garver Keller, Executive Director of Ohio Jewish Communities and Canton attorney Robert Friedman to help make this project a reality.

Relocation for the project began on July 15^th.

Development Funding Awarded to Three Local Projects

Economic Development projects in Canton, Louisville, Navarre and Perry will receive state grants totaling nearly $8 million.

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Rep. Slesnick Announces $750,000 Awarded for Local Job Creation Project

Today at 2:47pm

Over 450 High Paying Jobs Expected from First of its Kind Center in Canton

COLUMBUS – State Representative Stephen D. Slesnick (D- Canton) announced that a state grant will help create the Canton Corrugated Paper Center to generate new jobs and promote business in the area. It will be the first facility of its kind in the world.

“I am very impressed by the Center, and have been enthusiastic about it from the beginning,” said Rep. Slesnick. “This grant is great news for the City of Canton, and the project will be a significant asset to the district. It will result in many new employment opportunities over the next few years, and sends a great message to businesses who are considering relocating to Canton. It is exactly the type of economic development that I have championed as a state Representative and will continue to push for in the future.”

The Stark County Port Authority will receive the $750,000 grant. It was one of 14 applicants across the state to be awarded the Ohio Job Ready Sites Grant through the Ohio Department of Development. The program was created to bolster Ohio’s portfolio of commercially developed sites and attract new and expanding business to the state.

In addition to the grant, the Port Authority has teamed with Kohler Coating to provide an additional $400,000 to implement the pilot plant, which will use advanced technology to make corrugated cardboard packaging.

The project is also collaborating with Stark State College of Technology to start a new training program for the corrugating facility, which will establish a customized curriculum for future trainees. Over the next five years, the project is expected to lead to over 450 high paying jobs in the area.

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Mortgage Appraisals in Ohio Come Under House Scrutiny

Written by Debbie

Monday, 02 August 2010 23:01

When most mortgage applicants apply for a home purchase or refinance loan, the $400 they pay for an appraisal goes to an unregulated company that may be partially owned by the bank making the loan.

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OSMA Endorsement

Written by Administrator
Monday, 02 August 2010 22:33
Stephen Slesnick has been endorsed by the Ohio State Medical Association Political Action Committee. Click here to see endorsement listing
Last Updated on Monday, 02 August 2010 22:54

Mercy Earns ENERGY STAR Designation

Written by Administrator
Monday, 02 August 2010 21:47
Mercy recently earned the ENERGY STAR designation- the national mark of excellence in energy performance- from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy's joint program. Mercy is one of the only two hospitals in Ohio and 87 nationwide to be awarded this distinction. Click here to read more
Last Updated on Monday, 02 August 2010 22:23

Helping Ohioans Enjoy Good Sight for Life

Written by Administrator

Friday, 23 July 2010 18:16

Merlin the Wise Owl is our newest addition to the Prevent Blindness Ohio family, making appearances at health fairs, Wise & Wild About Eyes venues and special events across Ohio to help spread the messages of eye health and safety in a fun way.

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Canton Road Projects To get State Funding

Written by Debbie

Tuesday, 22 June 2010 12:56

It's hoped that an influx of state money to build a new street and improve an existing road will lead to future business development in the Northeast side.

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Mortgage appraisals in Ohio come under House scrutiny

Thursday, 17 June 2010 01:02

When most mortgage applicants apply for a home purchase or retirement loan, the $400 they pay for an appraisal goes to an unregulated company that may be partially owned by the bank making the loan.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 22 June 2010 13:37

Legislator pushes for more efficiency in dealing with court funds