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February 04, 2025
It’s likely no surprise that kids who regularly attend school have better grades and mental health than those who don’t. Perhaps more eyebrow-raising is over a quarter of students across Ohio last year were “chronically absent,”...
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February 04, 2025
Moving to a new city is never easy, especially as a single parent. For April Cox, relocating from Charleston, South Carolina, to Euclid, Ohio, was a leap of faith. It meant starting over, building new...
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February 04, 2025
Seeing our scholars turn ideas and dreams into reality is why we do what we do. That’s why we are thrilled to celebrate brothers and Breakthrough Cliffs Campus scholars Brandon (7th grade) and Braxton (1st...
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February 04, 2025
Dr. Charmaine Davis-Bey’s journey from an ODA Campus Coordinator to a leader in the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is a testament to the profound impact of out-of-school time (OST) programs. As a passionate...
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January 09, 2025
At ODA, we believe in the transformative power of relationships. To inspire youth to reach their full potential and better serve the scholars and families in our programs, we are committed to building trust, fostering...
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January 09, 2025
The 2024 ODA Holiday Dinner was an unforgettable evening of joy, connection, and celebration, thanks to our families, scholars, staff, volunteers, and the support of presenting sponsor and law firm, Dworken & Bernstein. Held on...
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January 09, 2025
On December 3, Westfield Insurance showcased the spirit of giving during their annual Technology Leadership Team meeting. Executives set aside their afternoon to give back to their community, inviting ODA and three other local nonprofits...
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January 06, 2025
Dear ODA Family, As we welcome 2025, I am reminded of the incredible potential that lives within every one of our scholars. At Open Doors Academy, we believe in the boundless dreams of children and the...
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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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