LET'S MAKE 2012-2013 AN AMAZING SCHOOL YEAR!
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What students and families need to know
Enroll now! Call (216) 574-8200 to enroll in any of CMSD's high-performing schools today
To learn who can register, where to register, what to bring, and more, see our Student Registration and Enrollment Information. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to print the Enrollment Form. The completed form should be taken to the registration site along with all required documents. To make sure you have everything you need to Register your student, see our Enrollment Checklist: English | Spanish
FEATURED STORY
Great school choices remain for District students
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District has more than three dozen “high-performing schools” that still have slots to fill for parents who want their child enrolled in a 21st-century academic program this fall... Read More.
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Important numbers
Do you have questions or concerns? There are a variety of ways to get in touch with us:
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Assignments and Registration- (216) 574-8200
• Back to School Information- (216) 574-8035
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Early Childhood Education/PreK- (216) 348-4559
• Family & Community Engagement Office- (216) 858.0117
• Multilingual Welcome Center- (216) 404.5159
• Multilingual Multicultural Education- (216) 574.8584
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Ombudsman- (216) 574-8462
• Safe Schools Hotline- (216) 771-SAFE (7233)
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Special Education- (216) 592-7387
• Student Services- (216) 574-2159
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Transportation- (216) 634-7021
• Uniform Information & Assistance- (216) 436-5369
Starting Point Parent Hot Line- Free phone referral service. Helps families find the right center, home or other child care or early education option.
If You Need Child Care Call:
216-575-0061 (Local)
1-800-880-0971 (Toll Free)
1-800-75-0750 (TTY)
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Mark Your Calendar
The 2012-2013 has started! Please note the following events and dates of interest:
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CMSD August 2012 - July 2013 School Year Calendar- Our colorful CMSD Wall Calendar that holds a wealth of information about important dates, tests, and school activities throughout the year. English | Spanish
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2012-2013 School Year Calendar: Download
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Student Transportation
Hop on the High School Shuttle! Check out the new High School Shuttle Schedule
Who qualifies for transportation?
Qualifications for free bus tickets: K-8 students living 1 mile or more from school; high school students living three or more miles from school.
Transportation is not provided to regular education preschoolers, as it is not allowed by state law. Only special needs preschoolers may be bussed on yellow buses.
Safe Walking Routes will be uploaded to the Safety and Security Department webpage once they are finalized.
For information regarding RTA bus schedules, please visit http://www.riderta.com or call the RTAnswerline at 216.621.9500
If you have any questions or need any assistance regarding your child's walking assignment you may call the Transportation Office at 216.634.7021.
Transportation Commonly Asked Questions
Qualifications for free bus tickets: K-8 students living 1 mile or more from school; high school students living three or more miles from school.Transportation is not provided to regular education preschoolers, as it is not allowed by state law. Only special needs preschoolers may be bussed on yellow buses. Safe Walking Routes will be uploaded to the once they are finalized.For information regarding RTA bus schedules, please visit or call the RTAnswerline at 216.621.9500If you have any questions or need any assistance regarding your child's walking assignment you may call the Transportation Office at 216.634.7021.
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Immunizations and Medical information
• A message from the School Nurse: English | Spanish
• See our Health Services information
• Authorization Form for Self-Medication for Asthma Inhalers
• Doctor/Healthcare Provider Transportation Requests
• Immunization Schedule
• Immunization Summary for Child Care, Head Start, Pre-School and School Attendance
• Medical Request for Transportation
• Parental Request Form for Prescribed Medication
• Physical Examination Report Form
• Student Emergency Card
• Student Emergency Medical Form: English | Spanish
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School supplies
Contact your child's school directly to get the complete list of school supplies needed for your child's grade. You can also view our general list of general list of school supplies
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Uniforms
Students K-12 are expected to adhere to the uniform dress code. Pre-K students are not held to the uniform dress code, but are encouraged to comply. To learn more about the uniform policy, and limited uniform assistance call 216.436.5369. School Uniforms/Dress Code
School Uniform Coupons:
• School Uniforms and More discount coupon for CMSD students.
• Save 25% off at Silverman's on school uniforms and school supplies! Don't forget to show the flyer!
Student dress code will remain in place
The strict student uniform and dress code the Cleveland Metropolitan School District put in place in August 2007 remains in effect for the 2012-13 school year... Read More
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Special Education
All enrollments and withdrawals for students with disabilities are processed at the Division of Special Education, located at 1440 Lakeside Avenue, Cleveland, 44114. Transportation is only provided when specified on the student’s current Individualized Education Plan (IEP). For any questions or concerns regarding Special Education, please call 216.592.7387
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Back to School Spotlight Stories
- The district offers help to all English-language learners
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District offers bilingual instruction and English as Second Language (ESL) instruction in 11 schools for English-language learners... Read More Growth forces Kenneth Clement to move to larger space
Kenneth W. Clement Boys Leadership Academy, one of the New & Innovative schools in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, has open slots for the 2012-13 academic year thanks to its move to a larger building... Read More
Nominate a ‘star athlete’ for weekly award
WEWS, Channel 5 is encouraging coaches, athletic directors, teachers and students in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, along with parents, guardians and sports fans to nominate their favorite student-athlete for its “Athlete of the Week” award for the 2012-13 academic year... Read More
Nominate yours for FOX 8 ‘cool school’ contest
FOX 8 Cleveland is bringing back its “Cool School Contest,” and the Cleveland Metropolitan School District has scores of schools who fit into the “cool” category... Read More
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Donate Goods and Services
Every year thousands of our students benefit from the kindness of our donors.
We are grateful to the alumni, teachers, friends, corporations, and foundations which support the Cleveland Metropolitan School District each year. Your generosity provides additional resources needed to provide educational and enrichment opportunities for our students.
There are many students who need our help. Donate school supplies, uniforms, or even money to ensure that each student starts the year off right. Learn more about how you can help by calling Family & Community Engagement at 216.858.0117.
Our schools have a wish list of goods and services needed to help create a more favorable learning environment for students. Simply select your chosen school, and contact the school’s principal to make your donation of goods or services.
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District reaches out to community for good volunteers
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District is looking for a few good men and women to join its 2012-13 lineup of volunteers.
Last school year, thousands of men and women volunteered to help the District. They beautified school campuses inside and outside; they tutored or mentored students; they chaperoned on field trips; and they encouraged boys and girls to believe in their ability to succeed, graduate and then go on to college... Read More
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Learn more about your child’s school
To learn more about your child's school visit Our Schools, enter your school name, zip code, or type of school and select the 'submit' button. There you can view everything about your childs school in one place. See Performance Indicators Reports, school numbers and addresses, principals' information, and much more.
Call or visit any of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s New and Innovative Schools today, and discover one-of-a-kind educational experiences you will not find in any private, charter or community school in Northeast Ohio.
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Interscholastic Athletics
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s Interscholastic Athletics Office is seeking prospective student athletes in grades 9-12 to tryout for the following sports: football, volleyball, soccer, golf, tennis and cross-country.
Any student who intends to participate in interscholastic athletics must have an up-to-date physical examination, have a minimum grade point average of 2.0 and receive all passing marks on their final 2011-2012 school year end report card.
Sign-up for high school football begins Friday, July 27, 2012; while the official start of the season for volleyball, soccer, golf, tennis and cross-country is Monday August 6, 2012. Interested student athletes should contact their high school’s Interscholastic Athletes Department for specific tryout dates and times.
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Notice to Limited English Proficiency ("LEP") Parents
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District has free language assistance available for Limited English Proficiency (“LEP”) Parents with respect to school programs and activities. To be eligible for assistance, a parent does not have to be of limited English proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and comprehending English in order to be considered LEP, but, rather, that it is only necessary that a parent be limited in at least one of these areas in order to be eligible to receive language assistance as needed. The Cleveland Metropolitan School District will accept a parent’s assertion that he or she needs language assistance without requiring additional corroboration.
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Family Connection keeps you connected
This year, CMSD high schools will be using web-based software known as Family Connection to help you and your child navigate high school courses, colleges and career plans. School counselors, principals and staff will be providing you with up-to-date information specific to your child’s high school.
Family Connection allows you and your child to get involved in the planning and advising process, to research colleges and career options, and to prepare for the future.
Family Connection also enables us to share information with you about upcoming meetings and events, local scholarship opportunities and other resources for college and career information.
At the beginning of the school year, we will provide detailed information on how to log in and use Family Connection to keep you and your family connected to CMSD.
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Other
• Acceptable Use Policy
• Directory Information Opt Out
• Media-IVR Consent Form: English | Spanish
• Parent Notification Rights FERPA: English | Spanish
• Parent Field Trip Permission Form
• Special Transfer Application Download Here
• Student Assessment Form: English | Spanish
• Student Code of Conduct Handbook: English | Spanish
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