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December 03, 2024
For the past three years, Open Doors Academy’s programs at Mansfield Middle School and Malabar Intermediate School have been steadily growing, providing a resource for families where scholars can explore new interests, receive academic support,...
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December 03, 2024
Parker Brown is a charismatic 11-year-old 5th grader at Breakthrough Public Schools’ Cliffs Campus and a proud Open Doors Academy scholar. An eager participant in ODA’s afterschool and summer programs for the past four years,...
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December 03, 2024
On November 14, we embraced the world. Seven hundred scholars, family members, volunteers, supporters, and staff came together at Euclid High School for our tenth annual International Festival. Attendees explored global traditions and vibrant cultural diversity...
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December 03, 2024
Delivering on our mission includes delivering measurable, positive outcomes for scholars across northern Ohio. We’re proud to share that impact studies conducted in partnership with the Schubert Center for Child Studies at Case Western Reserve...
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December 03, 2024
For Robertha Semple, Open Doors Academy has been life-changing. As the mother of Robert, an 8th-grader, and Carter, a 1st-grader, both enrolled in Breakthrough Public Schools’ Cliffs Campus, Robertha shared her story at this year’s...
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November 14, 2024
In September, we welcomed members of American Automobile Association (AAA) back to our offices for a discussion on the importance of advocacy in our work and personal lives. Members of Escalera (AAA’s Latino-Hispanic Business Resource Group)...
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November 14, 2024
In October, over 500 scholars and family members came together with ODA staff to celebrate our annual Night at the Museum family event at the Great Lakes Science Center. Excitement was in the air as families...
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November 14, 2024
On October 26, we celebrated our commitment to empowering youth at our 4th Annual Benefit Clambake, held under a tent at the Cleveland Rowing Foundation. Thanks to the support and generosity of donors, scholars, families,...
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November 14, 2024
This month, Heaven Malcolm, a sophomore at Garrett Morgan High School, wrote about her experiences with ODA. We hope her words inspire you as much as she continues to inspire us. Dear ODA families and friends,...
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September 26, 2023
In their feature on Open Doors Academy, WKYC Studios in Cleveland, Ohio, shares that out-of-school time learning has a major impact on helping youth reach their potential. Watch on WKYC website
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