At Akron Public Schools, it’s not just about schoolwork. Check out akronschools.com to see the full range of activities, educational opportunities and life skill training available for your children. They’ll join over 22,000 other students distributed among 10 high schools, 9 middle schools and 31 elementary schools, taking advantage of state-of-the-art learning environments. As the fifth largest school district in Ohio, akronschools is a full participant in new initiatives and learning methods, and is in the midst of a major construction project that will rebuild or remodel every school in the system.
A quick stop at akronschools.com gives a full overview of the district, its budgets, departments and future plans. Parents will find information on the unique Home Access Center, which allows them to log on securely to register children for classes, check test results and monitor each child’s progress during the school year. Other convenient features of the site include a school location tool, contact information for teachers and administrators, and the proper procedures for inclement weather, which is especially helpful during an Ohio winter.
Akronschools.com also includes a wealth of information on various programs designed to further enhance the educational experience, including the International Baccalaureate program, Career Education, JROTC and the thriving Visual and Performing Arts program for both grade school and high school students. All-day kindergarten is free, and every K-5 student receives a free lunch in addition to the free breakfast provided for every Akron student. Complete information on these and many other initiatives is available by searching under ‘akronschools’ or going directly to the website at akronschools.com.








