HONESTY FOR OHIO EDUCATION​

We
​Are
Honesty for Ohio Education is a nonpartisan, Ohio-based, statewide coalition that champions honesty in education, the empowerment of students, families and educators, and the affirmation of identities, cultures, and experiences.

We serve as a centralized network for education, advocacy, resources, community focused on protecting honesty in education at the Ohio Statehouse, State Board of Education, and local school districts. 

Collectively, Honesty for Ohio Education opposes attempts to restrict and censor education around the history and legacy of racism, sexism, homophobia, xenophobia, classism and other forms of discrimination. The coalition also opposes attempts to divest local control from school districts, school boards, families, and communities.

Born from a grassroots effort of committed Ohioans, Honesty for Ohio Education proudly represents hundreds of students, families, educators, advocacy organizations, legal professionals, researchers, policy experts, and faith groups.

We Believe
Every child deserves an honest, high-quality education grounded in truth, facts, and diverse perspective, regardless of background, race, or zip code, 
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Dismissing racism and discrimination, or minimizing its trauma and impact, irrevocably harms individuals and communities, and prevents pathways to reconciliation and healing.

Students benefit most when caring families, trained educators, and dedicated school boards work together. 
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Education that reflects and celebrates student identities, experiences, and cultures maximizes engagement and achievement.
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Honesty in education is the freedom of critical thinking, reflection, and the diverse exchange of ideas that are essential to Ohio’s future, viability, and high-functioning democracy. 

We
​Unite
Honesty for Ohio Education unites and partners with students, families, educators, community members, civic and faith groups, organizations, businesses, and institutions across the state to protect Honesty in Education.

In this space, we affirm and embrace all races, ethnicities, nationalities, indigenous origins, cultures, gender identities, sexual orientation, ages, religions, belief systems, languages, accents, abilities, mental health, socioeconomic status, work and education backgrounds, marital status, parental status, political perspectives and affiliations. 

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