Ohio Digital Learning School Welcomes Dr. Brian Powderly as New Head of School
September 18 2023 - 9:00AM
Business Wire
Dr. Powderly brings over 18 years of experience
in educational leadership and administration to the tuition-free
online public school serving students across the state
Ohio Digital Learning School (ODLS), a tuition-free online
public school serving students ages 16-21 across the state, has
announced Dr. Brian Powderly has been hired as the Head of
School.
“Dr. Powderly has a proven track record of delivering strong,
positive educational outcomes for high schools across the state,”
said Laura Houghton, Operations Manager at ODLS. “Brian has
exhibited exemplary leadership and a deep knowledge of curriculum
and collaborative problem-solving that is certain to benefit our
students and their families.”
As Head of School, Dr. Powderly will be responsible for
overseeing and managing the school's academic programs, business
strategies, and budget. He will work closely with the school’s
administrators, teachers, staff and board of directors to foster
student achievement — helping students recover credits and overcome
obstacles — so they can successfully complete high school and
prepare for the next chapter of their journey via careers and
college.
ODLS serves students aged 16-21 across Ohio enrolled in grades
9-12. In addition to providing high-quality high school education
for students, ODLS also offers credit recovery to help students
catch up when falling behind on credit attainment and a high school
diploma program for adults aged 22 and older looking to return to
school.
“ODLS is uniquely focused on getting Ohio students across the
finish line, whether they are a teenager recovering their lost
credits or an adult returning to school to earn their high school
diploma,” said. Dr. Powderly. “I look forward to working with
everyone at ODLS to continue delivering a rich, engaging curriculum
that ensures students across the state have access to quality
education and the support they need to meet their educational and
career goals.”
Prior to joining ODLS, Dr. Powderly served as principal at
Milton-Union High School, principal at Monroe Junior and Senior
High School, assistant principal at Sidney Middle School, and most
recently, principal at Benjamin Logan High School in Bellefontaine,
Ohio. Dr. Powderly holds a bachelor's degree from Franciscan
University of Steubenville, a Master’s Degree in Educational
Leadership and Administration from Wright State University, and a
Doctor of Education from Miami University.
For more information, visit odls.k12.com.
About Ohio Digital Learning
School
Ohio Digital Learning School, authorized by the Ohio Council of
Community Schools, is a tuition-free online public charter school
serving students in grades 9 through 12, ages 16-21. As part of the
Ohio public school system, ODLS provides families the choice to
access the curriculum and tools provided by K12, a Stride Company
(NYSE: LRN). Stride offers learners of all ages a more effective
way to learn and build skills for their future. For more
information about ODLS, visit odls.k12.com.
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