Representative Bird is a proud co-sponsor of House Bill 137, legislation that requires the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce to study the feasibility of implementing a program similar to the Kentucky Bluegrass Challenge Academy in Ohio.
The Kentucky Bluegrass Challenge Academy is a program for at-risk youth located in Fort Knox, Kentucky, operated by the Kentucky Department of Military Affairs that allows participating youth who are struggling with educational or behavioral issues an opportunity to change their future.
Chairman Bird and the House Primary and Secondary Education Committee heard from many individuals who believe Ohio would greatly benefit from a similar program.
The committee favorably passed House Bill 137 with unanimous support. The bill awaits a vote on the House floor.
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