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  • Back to School

  • Monday, September 10 2012 5:42 PM EDT2012-09-10 21:42:37 GMT
    Two Bedford moms want to keep the halls of all the schools in the district safe. Bedford mom, Amy Driehorst is the co-founder of Bedford Students Protected through Combining Area Resources for Educational
    Two Bedford moms want to keep the halls of all the schools in the district safe. Bedford mom, Amy Driehorst is the co-founder of Bedford Students Protected through Combining Area Resources for Educational Safety. She's raising funds to keep a second school resource officer from getting a pink slip.
  • Thursday, September 6 2012 8:10 AM EDT2012-09-06 12:10:52 GMT
    Brittany Gibbons, a Northwest Ohio based blogger, is featured in this fall's Lands' End Catalog. Gibbons is featured in the pages and styled many of the outfits in the plus sized line. It's part of the
    Brittany Gibbons, a Northwest Ohio based blogger, is featured in this fall's Lands' End Catalog. Gibbons is featured in the pages and styled many of the outfits in the plus sized line.
  • Wednesday, September 5 2012 4:21 PM EDT2012-09-05 20:21:23 GMT
    Ohio Department of Education will continue grading Ohio Schools the way they did in the past, at least for now. The Ohio Department of Education wanted to give Ohio Districts letter grades. The State
    Ohio Department of Education will continue grading Ohio Schools the way they did in the past, at least for now.
  • Tuesday, September 4 2012 7:57 AM EDT2012-09-04 11:57:34 GMT
    We've got several school delays in the region due to fog. Click here to see the latest update.
    We've got several school delays in the region due to fog.
  • Tuesday, September 4 2012 7:56 AM EDT2012-09-04 11:56:52 GMT
    Lourdes University has a few more students on campus this fall. We're following this story with our media partner the Toledo Blade. Attendance at the Catholic University is up 32-percent compared to
    Lourdes University has a few more students on campus this fall. We're following this story with our media partner the Toledo Blade. Attendance at the Catholic University is up 32-percent compared to
  • Monday, September 3 2012 3:59 PM EDT2012-09-03 19:59:53 GMT
    (AP) - School day wake-up calls recorded by celebrities. Weekend makeup classes. Contests with laptop computers, private concerts and cars as prizes.    Educators across the nation are using creative strategies
    School day wake-up calls recorded by celebrities. Weekend makeup classes. Contests with laptop computers, private concerts and cars as prizes.
  • Tuesday, August 28 2012 6:12 PM EDT2012-08-28 22:12:22 GMT
    A lot has happened since we last spoke with Kaylene Kramer... The first grade teacher endured another round of chemo and in April, she had a single mastectomy. Kramer tells 13 ABC, "I developed
    A lot has happened since we last spoke with Kaylene Kramer. The first grade teacher endured another round of chemo and in April, she had a single mastectomy.
  • Tuesday, August 28 2012 3:20 PM EDT2012-08-28 19:20:45 GMT
    We brought you the exclusive first look inside the new Pickett Elementary. The excitement for the first day of school started well before students even made it inside the new building. It's the first
    It's the first time a school bus has pulled up to this curb and the first time parents walked their kids to class heading towards the new Pickett Elementary school.
  • Tuesday, August 28 2012 8:55 AM EDT2012-08-28 12:55:51 GMT
    Toledo Public School transportation employees are gearing up for another busy year. This morning employees started routes as early as 5:45 a.m. This year there are no big changes for parents or students.
    Toledo Public School transportation employees are gearing up for another busy year. This morning employees started routes as early as 5:45 a.m. This year there are no big changes for parents or students. Those living more than 2 miles away from school can ride the bus if they choose, those living less than 2 miles away must walk or get a ride from a parent.
  • Monday, August 27 2012 5:45 PM EDT2012-08-27 21:45:33 GMT
    Tomorrow is the first day of school for first-through 12 graders enrolled in Toledo Public Schools. Kindergartner will start the following week. TPS Superintendent Dr. Jerome Pecko tells 13 ABC, "The
    Tuesday is the first day of school for first-through 12 graders enrolled in Toledo Public Schools.
  • Sunday, August 26 2012 4:43 PM EDT2012-08-26 20:43:20 GMT
    Being the new kid in school can be very scary. But an area school district has some help to ease those first day jitters.New kids in Perrysburg can check out their new schools Monday.The "New Kid on the
    New kids in Perrysburg can check out their new schools Monday. The "New Kid on the Block Program" helps students get acquainted if they are transferring to a new building.
  • Thursday, August 23 2012 5:36 PM EDT2012-08-23 21:36:25 GMT
    The first day of school can sometimes be scary for the younger ones, especially the part when it comes to getting on a crowded bus with lots of other kids. Through the eyes of a young student, the first
    The first day of school can sometimes be scary for the younger ones, especially the part when it comes to getting on a crowded bus with lots of other kids.
  • Thursday, August 23 2012 5:35 PM EDT2012-08-23 21:35:47 GMT
    MONROE, Mich (WTVG) -- The ROTC program at the Monroe Jefferson school district *was* on the chopping block, but members can now say cancellation is not an option. The board voted to keep the funding in
    MONROE, Mich (WTVG) -- The ROTC program at the Monroe Jefferson school district *was* on the chopping block, but members can now say cancellation is not an option. The board voted to keep the funding in
  • Wednesday, August 22 2012 4:02 PM EDT2012-08-22 20:02:32 GMT
    Toledo Public School elementary students will now get to have the most important meal of the day at school and free of charge. The district made the announcement today during a taste testing at Devaeux
    Toledo Public School elementary students will now get to have the most important meal of the day at school and free of charge.
  • Wednesday, August 22 2012 3:03 PM EDT2012-08-22 19:03:02 GMT
    New figures for the ACT exam show Ohio students have again tested above the national average.
    New figures for the ACT exam show Ohio students have again tested above the national average.
  • Tuesday, August 21 2012 8:30 PM EDT2012-08-22 00:30:39 GMT
    Lake High School students kicked off the new school year on Tuesday in their brand new school by shooting a nearly nine-minute music video called a "lip dub." This comes two years after a tornado destroyed
    Lake High School students kicked off the new school year on Tuesday in their brand new school by shooting a nearly nine-minute music video called a "lip dub."
  • Tuesday, August 21 2012 6:05 PM EDT2012-08-21 22:05:21 GMT
    Ohio school districts are required by law to create policies preventing bullying, but some schools are taking extra steps. Students in the Springfield Local District head back to school this week, but
    Students in the Springfield Local District head back to school this week, but Tuesday teachers and staff spent time in the classroom as part of a new effort to curb bullying.
  • Monday, August 20 2012 9:16 PM EDT2012-08-21 01:16:32 GMT
    It's back-to-school season and there's an app for that! A tech expert suggests great smart phone apps for everything from great deals on back-to-school shopping to fantastic flashcards! Then we look at
    Back to school tech, fashion, and healthy lunches on this week's Full Plate. Don't miss advice from a dietician on when to pack the lunches!
  • Monday, August 20 2012 6:43 PM EDT2012-08-20 22:43:13 GMT
    A Toledo Public School Assistant Principal could be terminated at tomorrows school board meeting. Sandra Meeks Speller is accused of putting her hands on students and using force to discipline. Teachers
    A Toledo Public School Assistant Principal could be terminated at Tuesday's school board meeting. Sandra Meeks Speller is accused of putting her hands on students and using force to discipline.
  • Monday, August 20 2012 5:46 PM EDT2012-08-20 21:46:37 GMT
    The community was celebrating renovation in Maumee Monday at the grand reopening of Saint Joseph's. The preparatory academy cut the ribbon on its latest round of upgrades. It's all part of a more than
    The community was celebrating renovation in Maumee Monday at the grand reopening of Saint Joseph's. The preparatory academy cut the ribbon on its latest round of upgrades.
  • Monday, August 20 2012 5:42 PM EDT2012-08-20 21:42:41 GMT
    Ohio has delayed issuing annual school report cards whose results affect dozens of decisions about money, building and program placements, and student scholarships.
    Ohio has delayed issuing annual school report cards whose results affect dozens of decisions about money, building and program placements, and student scholarships.
  • The state school board was meeting in closed-door executive session to decide an interim successor for former Ohio Superintendent Stan Heffner and set a process for selecting his permanent replacement.
    The state school board was meeting in closed-door executive session to decide an interim successor for former Ohio Superintendent Stan Heffner and set a process for selecting his permanent replacement.
  • Friday, August 17 2012 6:38 PM EDT2012-08-17 22:38:54 GMT
    Longfellow students have a new school building this year. The elementary school completes the Start High School campus. We were invited to take a tour of the new school building for a story you'll only
    Longfellow students have a new school building this year. The elementary school completes the Start High School campus. We were invited to take a tour of the new school building for a story you'll only see on 13abc.
  • Thursday, August 16 2012 5:51 PM EDT2012-08-16 21:51:18 GMT
    Students at Pickett elementary have a lot to be excited about this school year. On the 28th they will walk down the halls of a brand new building. The new Pickett elementary is more than 43-thousand
    Students at Pickett Elementary have a lot to be excited about this school year.  On August 28 they will walk down the halls of a brand new building.
  • Wednesday, August 15 2012 6:35 PM EDT2012-08-15 22:35:42 GMT
    It's his first day on the job as interim superintendent of Sandusky Schools. Dr. Eugene Sanders is giving his first TV interview since taking on his new job. Dr. Sanders weighed in on Toledo, Cleveland and
    It's his first day on the job as interim superintendent of Sandusky Schools. Dr. Eugene Sanders is giving his first TV interview since taking on his new job.
  • Tuesday, August 14 2012 5:38 PM EDT2012-08-14 21:38:59 GMT
    Promedica is teaming up with Toledo Public Schools to offer medical programs for students. Today the health care system started by making a hefty donation. This morning Promedica's President and CEO
    Promedica is teaming up with Toledo Public Schools to offer medical programs for students. Today the health care system started by making a hefty donation.
  • Back to School

  • Thursday, August 16 2012 5:59 PM EDT2012-08-16 21:59:30 GMT
    As the new school year begins, remember 13abc is your official school alert network! 13abc.com will always bring you the latest school delays and closings. Our online list is constantly updated every
    As the new school year begins, remember 13abc is your official school alert network! 13abc.com will always bring you the latest school delays and closings. Our online list is constantly updated every morning whenever school delays and closings are announced.
  • Monday, August 20 2012 10:01 PM EDT2012-08-21 02:01:26 GMT
    Aug 22nd Arcadia Local Schools - Arcadia HSMS, Arcadia Elementary Archbold area schools - Archbold High school, Archbold elementary, Archbold Middle School - Arlington
    When's the first day of school for your neighborhood? Here's a first day of school list for area districts.
  • Back to School Shopping

  • Buying a car for your teen to drive to and from high school takes some thought. You might pick something sporty for yourself -- but you want something different for your kids.
    Buying a car for your teen to drive to and from high school takes some thought. You might pick something sporty for yourself -- but you want something different for your kids.
  • It can cost $500 to get an elementary school student ready for class, and twice that for a high school student. Here are some ways to lower that number.
    It can cost $500 to get an elementary school student ready for class, and twice that for a high school student. Here are some ways to lower that number.
  • While parents spend about $600 a year per child in back-to-school purchases, pet parents will find it far less expensive to outfit their pooch for training classes or doggie day care. But as with any kind of shopping, it pays to research and compare before making your purchasing decisions.

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