Cradle to College Education

Creating Brighter Futures

While solid education begins with school, it extends far beyond. We are helping to provide quality educational resources ranging from cradle to college and/or career. Our hope is that access to these knowledge resources can help residents to grow as individuals, as well as strengthen the Northside Community. The impact and success of the Northside relies heavily on its residents. Together, we can identify areas of need and set viable solutions in motion. In doing so, we hope to bring the Northside to its full potential – a place where current residents thrive and others wish to join.

The Franklin School

The Franklin School is a full-day, full-year early learning center able to serve children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old with a focus on early learning through discovery: a holistic child development and learning program, using an evidence based curriculum with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) inspired classrooms.

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Cleveland Academy of Leadership

Formerly Cleveland Elementary School, Cleveland Academy of Leadership is a critical community anchor. As a Franklin Covey Leader in Me school, it uses an innovative, school-wide model that emphasizes a culture of student empowerment. 

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Family Academy

A program through SAM’s Movement 2030 initiative, the Family Academy provides resources and support to Northside residents, including academic coaches and coordinators and case management for children and their families. 

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Learn more about our other pillars

Mixed Income Housing

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Community Wellness

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Economic Vitality

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