Family Resource Corner
Family Resource Corner
Being involved in your child’s educational journey is just as important as finding the right school.
Check out the resources below or connect with a School Quality Navigator for help!
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Bedtime and Morning Routines
Children love routine; it helps them feel safe and secure. It lets your child know what you expect and strengthens your relationship.
Diversity, race, and discrimination
The National Education Association has a great guide for talking to your child about diversity, race, and discrimination so they feel safe and learn to treat others with compassion and respect.
Resolving Conflicts with the School
Conflict is a normal part of life. When conflicts arise at school, there are things you can do to improve the situation and open up communication.
Recognize and Prevent Bullying
Bullying is an issue throughout the country, and it can be virtual, physical, verbal or social. See the National Education Association’s tips to help parents spot the signs of bullying and protect their children!
Learning Resources
The UpNext Guide published by the Cleveland Public Library contains information on events, resources, and programs to help your child learn and stay engaged all year long!
Sleep Matters
The National Sleep Foundation offers advice on helping your child ease into his or her school-time sleep schedule and maintaining healthy sleep habits throughout the year.
College and Career Readiness
College Now has a team of advisors that meet students where they are, assess their education and career experience and goals, and match them with the opportunities best suited for them.
Choosing a School
myCLEschool.org has an interactive school finder tool that helps you find a school the best fits your child’s needs.
Say Yes Cleveland
Say Yes Cleveland is working to ensure that every student has the services and support they need to succeed from Pre-K through postsecondary completion.
Changing schools
Learn more about when and how, and if you should consider changing schools, and get resources to help you!
Understanding School Quality Data
Understand what all the data points, indicators and measures used by the Ohio Department of Education and others mean!
Ohio School Report Cards
The Ohio Department of Education has a downloadable guide for parents about school ratings and report cards.
Connecting with Teachers
The Pediatric Heart Network has a great resource for parents to communicate well with their teachers!
Homelessness and Temporary Living Situations
Students in temporary living situations face significant barriers to educational success and benefit from the stability that a secure school placement can provide.
Resolving Conflicts with the School
Conflict is a normal part of life. When conflicts arise at school, there are things you can do to improve the situation and open up communication.
Special Education, IEPs and 504 plans
Both Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans can offer formal help for K-12 students who are struggling in school. They’re similar in some ways but very different in others.
Transportation
Get resources to help navigate school transportation to/from your child’s Cleveland public school.
Ambassador Partner Organizations
Cleveland Transformation Alliance’s partner organizations also have resources available for families. Select any organization to learn more!
Refer a Family for Support!
Do you or someone you know need more support in school selection and/or resources? Fill out the form below to be contacted by the Cleveland Transformation Alliance.
