High Structure. High Support. College for All.
We are proud of our scholars, families, teachers, staff, and community supporters who have worked together to make our Cliffs Campus an amazing place to learn and excel. Our scholars work hard every day in and out of the classroom. On-site science exploration days, off-site field trips to the museums, and much more are all part of what it means to be a scholar at Village Prep Cliffs Campus.
Our campus, located on E36th between St.Clair and Superior Ave., offers high-performing, college preparatory, tuition-free public charter schools open to all students and families.
Our Mission
Our mission is to seek to provide a high quality, academically rigorous education for the college bound scholar. We empower our scholars to think critically, assume social responsibility, and serve as advocates for themselves and the community. We achieve these goals with in a highly focused, structured and safe environment. We, as a community of educators, families and scholars work relentlessly to ensure that every child is prepared to succeed in a competitive world.
Our Vision
Our vision is that children in every neighborhood in Cleveland have access to at least one outstanding preparatory school.
Our Approach
Claps, cheers, and chants energize our highly focused classrooms. Motivating school-wide routines create a culture where scholars thrive.
School Culture
Culture at our schools is foundational. A high structure, high support culture sets high expectations for all scholars while continuously giving differentiated support for an individual child to help them be successful. This takes a relentless and diversified approach from the adults that surround the student to prepare them for success in life.
High Structure High Support ultimately means doing whatever it takes to ensure scholar’s success without lowering expectations.
Family Involvement
- Daily Communication through Kickboard/Bee Folders/Remind
- Active PTO
- Monthly Parent Nights
- Monthly Parent Pop-ins
- Wraparound Services
- Volunteer Opportunities
Exceptional Student Education
Everyone learns here! We celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion of all types of learners and we work hard to make sure that our schools are brave spaces where exceptional learners are supported and have all the resources needed to reach their full potential. Learn more about Exceptional Student Education at Breakthrough here
Engaging, Interactive Remote Learning
We know that remote learning takes a major commitment from families and scholars, and we’re here to make it as easy as possible while continuing to provide an excellent education.
We provide all of the technology, wifi accessibility, and tech-support needed to facilitate remote learning and we also offer grab-and-go meal kits each week to all scholars.
Extracurriculars
It is always our goal to reach the whole child, and we strive for a balance of athletic and non-athletic after-school extracurriculars. For example, extracurriculars include:
- Boys/Girls Basketball
- Tutoring
- Geography bee
- Cheerleading
- Prep Loyalty Step team
- Urban squash
- Tech / Verizon 5G Innovative Learning Lab
- Science
- Yoga
- Gym
- Music
- Athletics
After School
Parent Committee
Thanks to all the parents and family members that make up our PAC. All families welcome.
School Calendar
Important Links
- Parent Portal Login
- Application & Enrollment Policies
- SchoolMint Enrollment Portal
- Transportation Information
- Scholar & Family Handbook
- Transportation Information
- Do you have a student who will be in K - 6th grade?
- Do you live in Cleveland, between 1 and 5 miles from the school?
- Are you interested in yellow bus transportation for next school year?
- If you answer yes to all the above, Apply Now
- Aftercare Partners & Daycare List
- Preps Quick Guide
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- Reference Guide on Attendance, Homework, Communication, Parent Access, and Code of Conduct
- Mandatory Parent Orientation: Call or Email Us to Get Signed Up
- School Lunch Menu
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Dress Code & School Uniforms
Village Prep Uniform
K-4th Grades
Blue Preps Polo (Purchased at School Belles)
E Prep Uniform
5th-7th Grades
Green Preps Polo (Purchased at School Belles)
8th Grade Uniform
8th Grade
Black Preps Polo (Purchased at School Belles)
Note: All shirts can be long or short sleeved
Scholars in any grade can wear a Preps Pullover
- Girls: Plaid skirt or plaid jumper (green or blue) or black pants
- Boys: Black Pants
- Kindergarteners can wear elastic pants without a belt
- Belts: Black belt for all 1st - 8th Graders
- Shoes: Black dress shoes
Policies + Notices
Please find a list of our school’s policies below. If you have any questions, just let us know!
- Policy 204.14 – Career Advising & Student Success Plan
- Policy 453 - Wellness Policy
- Policy 203.1 Parent and Family Engagement in Title I Programs
- Policy 242 - Student Assessment and Academic Prevention
View All Other School Policies Here
Board List & Calendar
We're so thankful to our all-volunteer Board of Directors. Please find our latest board member list & calendars here:
Annual Reports
- Annual Report 2019-20
- Annual Report 2018-19
- Annual Report 2017-18
- Annual Report 2016-17
- Annual Report 2015-16
- Annual Report 2014-15
- Annual Report 2013-14
Annual Sponsor Report
The Basics
Grades: K-4
Phone: (216) 791-4195
Fax: (216) 791-3013
Phone: (216) 456-2080
Fax: (216) 249-0616
1417 E 36th St
Cleveland, OH 44114
Principal
Kelly Foerg
Stay connected!
Up Next:
Discover E Prep Cliffs
After graduating from Village Prep Cliffs, E Prep Cliffs is our 5-8th-grade middle school, co-located on the same campus.
MEET THE PRINCIPAL!
About Kelly Foerg
Kelly Foerg joined the Preps family in 2012 as a Founding Intervention Specialist at Woodland Hills. Mrs. Foerg moved into coaching Special Ed and Title 1 Reading teachers at both the Woodland Hills and Cliffs campuses. In 2015, she became Director of Curriculum for Village Prep Cliffs with a focus on literacy. She is excited to move into the role of Principal and continue to build on her team and scholars growth. Prior to working with the Preps, Mrs. Foerg has taught 5th grade, high school special education, and was an After School Coordinator.
Mrs. Foerg lives with her husband, Tim, and her daughter, Katherine. Her son, Jeff, lives in St. Louis and her daughter, Courtney, attends BGSU.
MEET ELIZABETH!
A Student at Village Prep Cliffs
Hear from Village Prep Cliffs 4th Grader, Elizabeth, to discover what she loves most about V Prep Cliffs, her favorite things about school, and a glimpse into what makes Breakthrough Public Schools such a special place!
We offer an innovative and engaging curriculum for all scholars, including support for all learners, and unique programs such as our kindergarten readiness program, after-school activities, and enrichment programming.
See Village Prep Cliffs in Action
