Ohio labeled 'high risk' but finally gets charter school grant

Labeling Ohio a "high risk" state, the U.S. Department of Education on Wednesday released a $71 million grant that the state can use to establish new charter schools, though the money comes with strict oversight. Federal officials are requiring the Ohio Department of Education to hire an approved, independent monitor to oversee the state’s use of the funds and implementation of special conditions placed on the grant. Specific federal approval will be required each time money is spent.