Joseph M. Gallagher School

Joseph M. Gallagher is back in our newly-renovated building to serve our multicultural community. Students are supported learning in Mai-Mai, Swahili, Nepalese, Spanish and other international languages in addition to English.

Gallagher’s continuum of special education services meet the needs of each student—autism; multiple disabilities; speech, physical or occupational therapy, as well as PreK special education and inclusion/pull out services.

Our educators, families and students work together every day to create a supportive environment where everyone can embrace learning, and we are excited to welcome the scholars and staff from Waverly and Louisa May Alcott who will join us next school year.

Merging the schools will allow all scholars access to additional courses beyond art, music and physical education, along with expanded team sports and extracurricular clubs.

Contact choice navigator Marisol Ramos 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 1-12 Registration for new students begins during the summer and continues throughout the school year. Caregivers can register students at 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.