Lorain City Schools is pushing forward to provide excellent educational opportunities for our students, including: 

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• Expansive curriculum including College Credit Plus, Early College, and Career Technical Education programs so students can graduate with free college credits, industry credentials, or both

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• Strong career tech programming with 16 career pathways

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• Expanded arts programming including marching band, choir, and visual arts programs 

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• Access to real-world skills and experiences in innovative ways, from STEM labs and programs to robotics, eSports, and project-based learning

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• Access to high-quality early childhood education that builds a strong foundation for our youngest learners, kindergarten and beyond

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• Wraparound supportive services to provide a continuum of care to students and families

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• Free programs, including Preschool and Drivers’ Education

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• Modern facilities, up-to-date technology, and district-wide Wi-Fi so our students can learn from anywhere

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To continue our progress, it is critical to renew existing funding. 

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• The renewal levies, first passed in 1992 and 2012, allow our district to protect our programming and supportive services to keep our district and students moving forward. 

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• Because they are RENEWALS, your VOTE FOR Issues 21 & 22 are NOT a tax increase

 

Lorain City Schools already tightened our belt and made significant cuts to ensure the best value for our stakeholders. 

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• We are no longer under State control

• We have reduced central office by 7 staff members 

• We cut $10 million in district spending from staffing and health insurance benefits, purchased services, supplies, and capital improvement projects

 

Lorain City Schools has a comprehensive plan and that plan is working. The renewals are critical to our continued progress.

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• Graduation Rate is 84% for the first time since 2009, second highest since 2003

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• Enrollment has increased every year since returning to local control. We are on track to have over 6,300 students in 25-26, a 3% increase

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• More than 1,000 current students have already earned college credit through our Early College program, which offers Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees

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• Broad community support from local businesses to alumni to faith-based organizations, all who help provide experiences, resources, and mentorship for our students

 

The Lorain City Schools renewals are critical and important. Your votes FOR ISSUES 21 & 22 are not a new tax or a tax increase.