We are excited to be recognized by the Ohio Department of Education with three stars for Progress and three Gap Closing, 100% TGRG Pass Rate and 5% Performance Increase!

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Our school spirit store is now open! This is your chance to order school swag for your child, family, and friends.

By ordering, you also help support NEO’s equipment needs!

Our NEO Knight DRIVE Program allows enrolled scholars to receive FREE driver’s ed! Scholars of age who are currently enrolled have the opportunity to enroll in a free driver’s ed course during the first quarter. The course will take place here at NEO and scholars will be able to test and obtain their driver’s license upon completion. Newly enrolled scholars will have the opportunity to participate in the program during the third quarter.

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We’re still enrolling for the upcoming school year!

Even if you are from a surrounding area, you can still enroll with us! Sometimes increased school safety is worth the extra drive. Get peace of mind with our safe and secure campus, engaged staff, and individualized student instruction. Our college prep program includes hands-on, project-based learning and a STEM focus.

Elective coursework includes:

• Career Technical Education (CTE)
• Life Skills
• Music
• PE
• Performing Arts
• Technology
• Writing

Our campus features a band room, cafeteria, gym, library, MPR, science lab, tech lab, and track & field. We offer 1:1 Chromebooks and smartboards in every classroom. Additionally, students can participate in a variety of sports and clubs. In addition to free meals, we offer other free services including tutoring, counseling, and driver’s ed through our DRIVE Program.

Schedule a tour to visit our campus and see the NEO difference.

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Congratulations to Northeast Ohio Preparatory School for winning an Outstanding Teacher Retention award at the annual leadership summit held this July. Despite an ongoing shortage of teachers nationwide, UCP was one of 12 schools recognized for creating a thriving workplace that retains talented and engaged teachers.

Recognizing the hard work and success of our schools and school leaders is an important tradition at ACCEL Schools. While schools across the country are still recovering from challenges related to the pandemic, we have seen a surge in success from schools serving historically underrecognized communities.

“We are mission driven to make quality education available to all children regardless of geographic location or life circumstances,” said ACCEL Schools CEO Ron Packard who presented the awards on July 17. “It is an honor to recognize the staff and leadership who are putting ACCEL’s ideals into action and creating positive change in the lives of the students and communities who need it most.”

Congratulations to every member of our NEO school community for contributing to our success in 2023. We are honored to accept this Accely award on behalf of our entire team and look forward to another extraordinary school year.

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On May 26, Northeast Ohio Preparatory Academy School celebrated its Class of 2023 during a 6:30pm commencement ceremony held at Near West Theater. Valedictorian Anyla Jones and Salutatorian Milagros Redondo were honored during the ceremony that featured a spoken word performance from senior Antwone Barbour. NEO alumna Nicole Williams shared advice about life after high school. Educator, minister, and community leader Teresa Sayles delivered the keynote address where she offered words of support and wisdom for graduates. 

The future looks bright for NEO seniors who earned a total of $865k in scholarship funds. Additionally, 20 seniors are on the preliminary list to receive full scholarships through the Say Yes to Cleveland program. Of the 30 seniors in the graduating class, 26 received their diplomas during the commencement ceremony. Four students are expected to complete the credits necessary for graduation this summer. Eleven students will be attending a 4-year college or university. Two students have been accepted to trade schools and one scholar will be enlisting with the Navy. All students have been accepted to Cuyahoga Community College.  All together, seniors were accepted to a total of 22 colleges and universities, including five Historically Black Colleges and Universities.  

Principal Veda Giles-Weeks offered her congratulations saying, “We’re very proud of our seniors for their hard work and dedication these past four years. We are confident that they have the academic ability, character, and life skills to be successful as they go on to college and career pursuits.” 

Class of 2023 Acceptances:  

2023 graduation photos captured from our memorable ceremony!

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Our annual re-enrollment process is now open for current families! Invitations have been sent via email to re-enroll using the method that is most convenient for your family (online at https://bit.ly/3wPVsCi, in-person, or paper form). Your early decision and response helps us plan effectively for the upcoming school year. Thank you again for being part of our school family!

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The Local Wellness Policy is a written document that guides a local educational agency’s (LEA) or school district’s efforts to establish a school environment that promotes students’ health, well-being, and ability to learn. The Wellness Policy Committee has been created as an effort to manage and develop our school’s healthy habits.

» A Wellness Committee will be appointed to each school

» The committee may include parents and guardians, students, representatives of the school nutrition program, physical education teachers, or any other interested stakeholder that is aligned with the goals of the policy

» The committee shall meet a minimum of four times per year

This is a great opportunity to help promote and support student health and wellness, and create a positive, safe, and health-promoting learning environment. Please contact mealcounts@accelschools.com for more information.

We want to hear from you. Please contact us at: mealcounts@accelschools.com

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We are a proud member of ACCEL Schools—a public charter school network serving thousands of PK-12 students throughout the United States. ACCEL was founded in 2012 by the early pioneers of online learning. Our leadership believes that all children, regardless of location or socio-economic background, deserve a quality education that prepares them to succeed in school and become productive global citizens.  

ACCEL Schools Instructional Model provides: 

• Aligned Academics meet or exceed state standards ensuring your child is on track for rigorous college and career opportunities.    
  
• Certified, Licensed Teachers and a student-centered staff are united in executing our mission to make a difference in the life trajectory of each student.    
  
• More Time on Task and double the instructional minutes for ELA and Math maximizes learning in your child’s school day.   
  
• Short Cycle Assessments keep track of how students are progressing in the program, giving teachers ongoing feedback so they can tailor instruction to your student’s needs.    
  
• Individualized Instruction driven by assessment data means we are familiar with the needs of each child and set students up for success in each course of study.    
  
• State Testing Preparation reduces the anxiety often associated with high stakes tests, helping our teachers and students feel confident with the structure and methodology of state exams.    
  
• Academic Support including education technology, interventional specialists, and instructional aides assist students during the school day. After school tutoring, summer school, and Saturday school programs extend support services beyond the traditional school day and year.   
  
• Extracurricular Courses & Activities round out our educational offerings providing students social-emotional learning, athletics, arts, service learning & more.