Learn to Earn Dayton

09/03/2026

Every young Ohioan deserves a strong start in life and the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Today, I’m proud to announce that we’re launching 12 Regional Education Partnerships across Ohio!

These partnerships will bring together people and organizations already working in their communities to help children thrive. By sharing data and resources, these teams will expand their ability to identify and address the most urgent challenges facing young Ohioans as they progress from early childhood, through school, and into the workforce.

Learn more: bit.ly/4cTW7b8

09/02/2026

Big news for Ohio's students: Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov Jim Tressel just announced 12 new Regional Education Partnerships statewide — and Learn to Earn Dayton is honored to serve as the technical assistance provider.

Full announcement in comments.

08/28/2026

Congratulations to Learn to Earn Dayton board member Jenny Michael on being named a 2026 Dayton Business Journal Women Who Mean Business honoree.

This recognition honors women whose leadership and vision have made a meaningful impact on the Dayton region. Jenny's contributions to Learn to Earn Dayton's mission reflect the same commitment to community and excellence that this award celebrates.

We extend our congratulations to all of this year's honorees, whose collective leadership continues to strengthen organizations and communities throughout our region.

08/25/2026

We are thrilled to announce Loren Littlejohn has been promoted to Manager of Partnerships & Community Impact.

Loren will provide collaborative stewardship and is responsible for coordinating and managing the vision of the Mayor’s Children’s Cabinet. This role provides support by connecting government and education providers to create a unified ecosystem to support children and youth within the City of Dayton.

She will support achieving community outcomes by aligning resources, tracking data, and ensuring proximate community voice to shape policy and program development.

Congratulations, Loren!

08/24/2026

We're helping spread the word on the Youth Climate Innovation Challenge, launched by the City of Dayton Sustainability i-Team and Mayor Shenise Turner-Sloss's Office. This mini-grant program puts real resources — not just encouragement — behind youth ages 15–24 who live or attend school in the City of Dayton and have ideas for strengthening their community.

Access to opportunity shouldn't depend on who you know or what school you attend. This is a chance for young people across Dayton to be resourced as the leaders they already are.

Applications close Friday, October 2

Free project support workshops:
September 1 — City Hall, 4:30–6:30 PM
September 12 — Virtual, 12:30–2:30 PM

Learn more and apply: daytonohio.gov/ycaf

The City of Dayton Sustainability i‑Team, Mayor Shenise Turner-Slosses’ Office, and Learn to Earn Dayton have launched the Youth Climate Innovation Challenge! 🎉

This mini‑grant program supports local youth ages 15–24, who reside or attend school within the City of Dayton with big ideas for improving our community.

Applications close Friday, October 2.

Project support workshops:
• September 1 at City Hall (4:30–6:30 PM)
• September 12 virtually, online (12:30–2:30 PM)

Learn more and apply at daytonohio.gov/ycaf.

For questions or project help, contact Niani Brown at [email protected].

08/21/2026

We are thrilled to announce Philip Ferrari has been promoted to Senior Manager of Data Science and Analytics. Phil will lead data and evaluation initiatives that drive systemic change, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to design and execute strategies that increase economic mobility and reduce disparities in student outcomes in Montgomery County.

Phil will oversee and execute projects to examine and share local and statewide data relative to academic achievement and intellectual capital, and will serve as the Children’s Funding Project Coordinator for Ohio.

Congratulations Phil!

08/18/2026

It was an honor to help celebrate 10 years of Preschool Promise and the incredible impact they've had on early childhood education across Montgomery County.

Here's to the next 10 years of showing up for our youngest learners.

08/12/2026

Welcome to the team, Emily!

Read about the newest face at Learn to Earn Dayton on the blog, link in comments.

08/11/2026

Learn to Earn Dayton and Omega Community Development Corporation-CDC spent a great week learning with colleagues from across the country at the Impact Lab. Together, we are crafting a bold vision to ensure economic opportunity for more Dayton students and families.

With our local partners, we planned for the impact that would be possible with an investment right-sized to address the challenges of intergenerational poverty that too many of our Dayton families face.

08/11/2026

It's the start of a new school year!

Students across Ohio are heading back to class this week — and every single day they show up matters. Research is clear: attendance starting on day one sets the tone for the whole year. Missing just two days a month can add up to falling behind.

So to every family getting kids out the door this week: thank you! Showing up is the first step, and it's a big one.
Here's to a year of great attendance, strong starts, and students who know their community is behind them. Welcome back, students!