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June 17, 2026

Key Takeaways Kindergarten is often a child’s first experience with structured education, which is why many Ohio families begin researching school requirements long before enrollment season arrives. Questions about attendance laws are common, especially for parents trying to understand how early formal education should begin. Some families want to know […]

June 16, 2026

Key Takeaways For many Ohio families, high school no longer feels like a one-size-fits-all experience. Some students need more flexibility. Others need fewer distractions, stronger academic support, or a learning environment that aligns better with how they learn. As families consider alternatives to traditional school, two options often rise to […]

April 1, 2026

At Ohio Online Learning Day 2026, families, educators, and school leaders gathered at the Ohio Statehouse to advocate for a simple but important idea: students need learning options that fit their lives.  For OHDELA, that mission has been clear since 2005.  As one of Ohio’s leading statewide online schools, OHDELA has served […]

March 20, 2025

Are you ready to unlock what your student can accomplish and take control of your education?  We’re thrilled to announce that enrollment for OHDELA is officially open for the 2025-26 School Year! In today’s fast-paced world, flexibility and personalized learning are more important than ever. Our school offers a dynamic […]

October 10, 2024

PARENT TESTIMONIAL This week, Terri, a former OHDELA parent, sent us a message and provided an update on what her son, a 2013 OHDELA graduate, is doing now. “OHDELA for us, was a Godsend! My son attended OHDELA from 7th grade through 12th grade. He went on to Kent State […]

May 13, 2024

Embracing Inclusivity: The Vital Role of Students with Disabilities in Online School Activities  In a genuinely inclusive educational environment, every student should be able to actively participate in school activities with their peers, regardless of their abilities. Embracing inclusivity goes beyond the legal and ethical obligations—it fosters a culture of acceptance, diversity, and […]

February 14, 2024

Have you ever noticed that February gets an extra day every four years? That’s because it’s a leap year, and it’s happening in 2024! A leap year is a year that contains an extra day, making it 366 days instead of the usual 365. This extra day is added to […]

December 19, 2023

A Season of Joy and Learning As winter blankets the world, parents can turn this season into a treasure trove of winter creative and educational activities for their children. So we’ve created a list of activities that promise to spark curiosity, foster learning, and create lasting memories. Infusing Winter Days […]

October 19, 2023

National Bullying Prevention Month Embracing Inclusivity: The Vital Role of Students with Disabilities in Online School ActivitiesThough we at OHDELA are always creating safe spaces for students, October draws particular attention to the critical issue of bullying. 1 in 5 students now report experiencing bullying behavior in school. It is […]

September 19, 2023

Activities to Help Improve Mental Health Maintaining good physical and mental health as you learn and grow is essential. Engaging in good routines and activities can help students reduce stress, improve mood, and increase self-esteem, all of which help prevent feeling down and, for many, depressed. Some Tips and Ideas: […]