AWARD-WINNING PRESCHOOLS | We're adding more PreK classrooms in each of our 10 elementary schools, all of which have earned the highest five-star rating from the Ohio Department of Education
ALL-DAY KINDERGARTEN | The only district in the area offering a free, full-day program
FREE MEALS FOR ALL | Larger portions help students stay more focused, and longer
EXPANDED FINE ARTS | We've added theatre and dance at all schools; more painting and ceramics; a new digital arts pathway at the high school; and more choir and instrument exploration district-wide, including piano and ukulele
CHAMPIONSHIP ATHLETICS PROGRAMMING | Focusing on Character, Leadership and Sportsmanship development
EXPANDED ROBOTICS & STEM PROGRAMMING | Engaging, hands-on classroom environments empower students to develop in-demand skills they need to thrive
FULL-TIME COUNSELORS | All students have support as they develop and grow
ACCREDITED EARLY COLLEGE PROGRAM | Students begin earning college credit in 7th grade, graduating with both a diploma and a 2-year associate's degree
YOUNG SCHOLARS PROGRAM | The only school district in Lorain County with this rigorous college preparatory program, which provides generous scholarships to The Ohio State University for eligible students
15 CAREER-TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Students earn valuable work credentials and certifications right on the campus of our state-of-the-art high school
ABUNDANT STUDENT ACTIVITIES | Students bond, grow, and develop their unique talents and life-long memories
INTERCULTURAL SUPPORTS | We are proud to support families who call the "International City" of Lorain Home, Hogar, Casa, Dom, or Trang Ch
WRAPAROUND SUPPORTS | We connect students and families to a variety of social supports including food, clothing, counseling, and legal aid, including a MercyHealth Clinic in our schools with a free shuttle to appointments during the school day
LORAIN HIGH SUCCESS ACADEMY | Provides alternative options to build and maintain the crucial connections students need to help maintain a sense of belonging
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS | More than 500 partners connect our students to mentors, after-school programming, career experiences, and a world of opportunities locally and across the globe