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 Mental Health America for 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!

The Montessori Model

Learn more about the Montessori model and if it is the right education model for your student.

Drop Out Prevention & Credit Recovery

A Path to Success for Every Student.

Remote Learning Information for Families

PBIS: Information and tips for families regarding accessibility during remote learning.

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.

Open Support Groups

Supplied by Charlie Health, a CTA Ambassador Organization:  FREE support groups navigating and supporting parents and caregivers, student-athletes, and school therapists.

Stress-Soothing Strategies

Supplied by Charlie Health, a CTA Ambassador Organization:  Ways to soothe and navigate stress at home or school.

Concerned about Student’s Behavior?

PBIS: This document is intended to assist families of children with disabilities who already have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) in asking questions to learn more about their child’s behavior in school.

How to Prepare for an IEP Meeting

PBIS: This tip sheet shares some ideas on how families can prepare for the IEP meeting to promote full participation in their child’s education program.

Parent Rights Regarding Special Education

Ohio Department of Education’s A Guide to Parent Rights in Special Education: Special Education Procedural Safeguards Notice

Cyberbullying Guide

Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets. Cyberbullying can occur through SMS, Text, and apps, or online in social media, forums, or gaming…