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We Did It! Columbus City Schools Passed the Safe Green Schools Policy
In a unanimous vote, the Columbus City Schools (CCS) Board of Education has officially passed the Safe Green Schools policy. This is a significant milestone for students, families, and the future of public education in Columbus.
This victory did not happen overnight. It is the result of sustained organizing by parents, educators, students, caregivers, and community members who came together to advocate for green schools as a smart, forward-looking budget solution and an investment in our children’s future.
Elevating Columbus Climate Wins on the National Stage at NYC Climate Week
Columbus’ climate leadership took the national stage at NYC Climate Week as Safe Green Schools highlighted how local parent-led wins are shaping the future of healthy, climate-resilient schools.
CCS Parents, Students, and Teachers Lead the Way on National Voter Registration Day
CCS families turned National Voter Registration Day into a district-wide show of power, mobilizing volunteers and registering voters to shape the future of our schools.
Boost Our Student's Future with Greener, Healthier Schools
Why Columbus must vote YES on safe, green schools that save money, protect kids’ health, and prepare students for future jobs.
A Brighter Future Through Safe Green Schools for Columbus
Last week was the two-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), a historic law designed to ensure that the United States leads the transition to a green energy future. Across the country, the IRA is helping to lower energy costs, increase climate resiliency, and provide good-paying green energy jobs. To that end, city leaders need to make sure that Columbus is getting its fair share of IRA funding and does not get left behind.