Enrollment open March-May or until full
Summer Camp Cleveland - Middle School
Dive deep into new ideas! Summer camps for current 5-8 students.
This is a public program available to all students regardless of the school in which they are enrolled.
Gradeband: 6 - 8
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Enrollment Open
School Year - Middle School
Continued growth for 6th, 7th and 8th grade scholars.
Enrollment open March-May or until full
Summer Camp Cleveland - Middle School
Dive deep into new ideas! Summer camps for current 5-8 students.
Dontavia Winston
Campus Coordinator
Dontavia is a youth advocate with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Criminology and a minor in Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies. Born and raised in Chicago, she knows firsthand the power of community programs like Open Doors Academy, which shaped her growth and inspired her to give back. Dontavia is passionate about guiding young people to realize their potential, providing mentorship, and creating opportunities for positive development. She is also... Read more
Dontavia is a youth advocate with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Criminology and a minor in Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies. Born and raised in Chicago, she knows firsthand the power of community programs like Open Doors Academy, which shaped her growth and inspired her to give back.
Dontavia is passionate about guiding young people to realize their potential, providing mentorship, and creating opportunities for positive development. She is also a creative entrepreneur, enjoying custom creations and natural hairstyling—skills she often uses to inspire others to embrace their individuality and creativity.
Her long-term vision is to establish a creative youth center that offers a safe space for expression, learning, and leadership development for the next generation.
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Blake Gilliam
Director of Middle School Programs
Headquarters in Cleveland Midtown
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