Public Education Reform
Preparing students to succeed locally and compete globally is essential to the prosperity of Cleveland’s residents and our city. At the Cleveland Foundation, we advocate reinvention of age-old systems used to educate kids, train teachers, and shape public policy.
The Cleveland Foundation’s education initiatives focus on three high-impact areas: public policy, innovation and increased public awareness.
Helen Williams
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Program Director for Education
"Path to Premier"
Watch "Path to Premier," a video illustrating the accomplishments of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District and its students in partnership with the Cleveland Foundation and other local organizations.
"Beyond Tinkering"
An article and editorial from the Cleveland Plain Dealer
describe a report from the Ohio Grantmakers Forum titled "Beyond Tinkering" that offers suggestions for wide-ranging improvements in Ohio's educational system.
Cleveland Schools Making a Difference
Read a report from the Cleveland and Gund foundations showcasing 13 outstanding Cleveland schools. The executive summary is also available, as is a press release summarizing the content.