Advocacy in Action

Ohio TESOL Advocacy Liaison, Dana Weber

Welcome to the Ohio TESOL Advocacy Page. Our mission is to champion the TESOL profession at the local, state, and federal levels. We strive to improve employment conditions and uphold the language rights and culture of all individuals. This page is designed to provide you with resources, updates, and opportunities to help you achieve your advocacy goals.


The Ohio English Learner Cost Study

In 2022, the WestEd Cost study assessed the costs of implementing English learner programs in Ohio’s schools. The purpose of this study was to provide a comprehensive description of the costs required to support English learners in achieving successful learning outcomes and meeting the state’s goals for improvement in English language proficiency.

Ohio English Learner Cost Study Monthly Updates

Dana Weber, the Ohio TESOL Advocacy Liaison for 2024, will present findings and recommendations from the 2022 Ohio English Learner Cost Study Updates.


April 2024

2024 Hispanic Legislative Visit Day

At the 2024 Hispanic Legislative Visit Day, Board Members Dana Weber and Maria Kobayashi, Ohio TESOL VP2, delivered a joint presentation. Check out their presentation below.

February 2024

Ohio TESOL heard the concerns with the complications of FASFA completion in the new application process for students from mixed status homes.  We took action and added our organization to the attached statement being sent to the US Department of Education.


Link to Previous Policy Statements

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