Dear Parents,
Welcome to Northeast Ohio College Prep—Home of the Knights! Since opening our doors in 2010, we have served the Tremont and downtown Cleveland neighborhoods with a safe & secure learning environment where students are expected and able to succeed. As a learning community we set high expectations for academics and behavior and are rewarded with high ratings from the Ohio Department of Education, high Third Grade literacy rates, 100% graduation rates, and more!
NEO staff embraces students, families, and community to develop well-rounded individuals who are independent thinkers. The pillars of NEO Knight success are: Knowledgeable, Noble actions, Integrity, Greatness, Honesty & Tolerance.
We encourage all parents, caretakers & guardians to communicate regularly with teachers to be involved in the learning and development of their child. Check our calendar, website & Facebook page for events and activities.
Sincerely,
The NEO Principals & Admin Team
Dr. Veda Giles-Weeks, Upper Campus Principal (9-12)
Dr. Giles-Weeks joined NEO in 2014 with over 20 years of experience as a principal and educator. She graduated from Howard University with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. She earned a master’s degree in Educational Administration and Supervision, and her Principal Licensure from John Carroll. She went on to receive her Doctor of Philosophy in Education with a specialization in Organizational Leadership from Northcentral University. She has dedicated her career to improving education in urban areas.
Ms. Kristen Smajdek, Interim Assistant Principal (K-8)
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