Education/Schools

Summer is here and it’s time to shed that backpack and officially put all things academic aside, right? Not just yet. For rising juniors and seniors, this is actually a great time to focus on preparing for fall ACT and SAT exams. The first ACT and SAT exams for 2016-17 are given soon after the start of the school year, so students should take advantage of this time without other academic obligations to focus on test preparation. ...

Libraries and organizations throughout Northeast Ohio offer summer reading programs geared toward children and teens of all ages and skill levels that will keep them engaged and learning throughout the summer months. ...

The month of May is filled with end-of-the-school-year festivities including proms, graduations and parties. While it is a time of celebration, it also can be dangerous for teens. We talked to local professionals to get advice on how to discuss the importance of teens protecting themselves and making smart decisions this season. ...

Mrs. Charlene (Sue) Zulandt becomes the first female principal in the school’s 89-year history. She joined the school staff in August of 2014 as the assistant principal and academic dean. Earlier this month, she was appointed acting principal for the remainder of the school year when BHS principal Fr. Michael Brunovsky, OSB went on a sick leave. ...

Looking to help the planet this week? Earth Day is on April 22 and to celebrate, many area organizations are hosting community events to teach creative and unique ways to protect the environment. These events can feature crafts with recycled materials, story times, exploring nontoxic cleaning materials, earth-friendly exhibits and more. ...

Come to University Circle with your children for family-friendly events for all ages. The Cleveland Museum of Art and the Western Reserve Historical Society's Cleveland History Center is offering a way for your kids to explore through arts, crafts and hands-on fun on Saturday or Sunday. ...

Monica Slaven, 17, an active volunteer in her community and an Ohio Virtual Academy student, organized a holiday toy drive through OHVA’s National Honor Society chapter. She spearheaded a statewide drive to donate to patients at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus. ...

Do you think your child is falling behind? The Cleveland Public Library is helping students in kindergarten through eighth-grade with free tutoring in reading and other subjects. ...