Dike School of Arts

The Building Brighter Futures initiative has determined that this school’s enrollment is low and that the program is in a building that is in unsatisfactory condition, limiting the school’s ability to offer a robust student experience.

Next school year, Dike will reopen in the Mound School building, and be renamed Mound School of the Arts. This will benefit current arts students through a higher quality building and potentially attract more students to this district-wide specialty school.

Better enrollment mean a higher-quality student experience, including additional courses beyond art, music, and physical education, expanded team sports and extracurricular clubs.

The new Mound School of the Arts will inspire a love of learning and the arts in a safe and nurturing environment. Scholars will engage in project- and problem-based learning, and blend the schools into an environment where creativity thrives and every day is a masterpiece in the making.

Contact school choice navigator Stacy Gotel with questions.

PreK  High quality, full-day preschool is offered here. All of our teachers are highly qualified, with bachelor’s degrees in early childhood education, and each classroom maintains the highest standards of a Gold Star Rating from the State of Ohio. Inquire at the school, or contact Early Childhood staff at 216-838-0110.

Kindergarten registration begins in April. Children must turn 5 on or before September 30th. Inquire at the school, or contact Kindergarten Enrollment staff at 216-838-3675.

Grades 1-8 Caregivers can register students at this school, or at the Office of School Choice & Enrollment on the first floor of 1111 Superior Ave. CMSD is an open enrollment district and welcomes students from around Northeast Ohio into our schools where space is available.

Visit ChooseCMSD.org or call 216-838-3675

Exceptional Students  Extra supports are available for students who are gifted, have chronic health conditions, and/or existing or suspected disabilities. Contact the Special Education Office, 216-838-7733.

Housing Issues  Students who do not have a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence for any reason are entitled to educational supports. Contact Project ACT at 216-838-0210.

Language Diversity  Caregivers who speak a language other than English can register at the Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Welcome Center, 3145 West 46th Street, or call 216-838-0140.