Ohio’s recently revamped education department has a new director, approved by the Republican-majority Senate. Steve Dackin, who will head the new Department of Education and Workforce, was already appointed by Gov., DeWine earlier this month, but required the final go-ahead from upper chamber lawmakers. Dackin said in an emailed statement that he was both honored and excited to lead the department, adding that with the governor, they “have a significant opportunity to shape the outcome for Ohio’s students and families, the future workforce and, ultimately, the success of the state and its residents.” Dackin attended the University of Dayton and has a master’s degree in education administration. He’s also the former state superintendent of public instruction, a role that headed the previous Ohio Department of Education.