Cleveland City Schools

Reminder for CCS families: Friday, May 22, will be an abbreviated day for students and the last day of the school year.

CMS and CHS will dismiss at 10:30 a.m. Elementary schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.

Thank you for helping us finish the school year strong! 💙

Cleveland City Schools and Cleveland High School are proud to announce the 13th annual Cleveland High School Alumni Hall of Fame Class!

Congratulations to this year’s honorees:

Mike Frazier, Class of 1970
Stuart Tasman, Class of 1970
Robert Thompson, Class of 1979
Bethany O’Bannon Bowman, Class of 1981
Richard C. Blair, Class of 1988

These Blue Raiders represent outstanding achievement, community impact, a life of service, and the Heart of a Raider.

The community is invited to celebrate with us on Friday, September 18, at 9:00 a.m. in Raider Arena. Inductees will also be recognized that evening during halftime of the CHS football game.

Congratulations to the 13th annual CHS Alumni Hall of Fame Class! 💙

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🎒 This Saturday is the day.

Kindergarten Registration for Cleveland City Schools is happening March 28 from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Raider Arena, and we cannot wait to welcome our newest students and families.

If your child will be starting kindergarten this fall, now is the time to take the next step.

Begin the enrollment process today at
clevelandschools.org

We will see you Saturday.

#BuildingChampions #BuildingCommunity #ChooseCleveland

Cleveland City Schools will be closed Monday, February 16 in observance of Presidents Day. District and school offices will also be closed.

Students will remain out on Tuesday, February 17 as our teachers and staff participate in a professional development day.

We look forward to seeing everyone back on Wednesday.

#BuildingChampions #BuildingCommunity #ChooseCleveland

Save the Date 🎒✨

Kindergarten Registration is coming soon, and we are so excited to welcome the Class of 2039 to Cleveland City Schools.

Mark your calendar and learn more here:
https://clv.city/tCREc

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Cleveland City Schools will resume a regular schedule Friday, February 6. We are grateful for your flexibility and look forward to welcoming our students and staff back to their classrooms. Thank you for your continued support.

Cleveland City Schools will be closed Thursday, February 5 due to potential hazardous road conditions. The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. Updates regarding sporting events and other extracurriculars will be provided as necessary. Please stay safe.

Cleveland City Schools will operate on a regular schedule Tuesday, February 3. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back.

Cleveland City Schools will be closed Monday, February 2nd, due to winter weather and extremely low temperatures. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. Please stay warm and safe. We will continue to monitor conditions and share updates as needed. Updates regarding extracurriculars will be provided as necessary.

We are ready to welcome everyone back tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28. We cannot wait to see our students. 💙

🚨 Cleveland City Schools will be closed Monday, January 26 and Tuesday, January 27 due to winter weather and extremely cold temperatures. The safety of our students and staff comes first. Please stay warm and safe. We will continue to monitor conditions and share updates as needed. Updates regarding sporting events and other extracurriculars will also be provided as necessary.

Cleveland City Schools will be closed Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We invite our students, staff, and families to pause, reflect, and honor a legacy grounded in service, leadership, and compassion. We look forward to welcoming students back Tuesday.

Reminder for CCS families 📣
Cleveland City Schools will have an abbreviated day this Friday, December 19. We hope our students enjoy a joyful and restful winter break filled with special moments with family and friends ❄️🎄
Students return to school on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

Fall Break is almost here! 🍂
Cleveland City Schools will be closed October 6–10.
Teachers will return for Staff Development Day on Monday, October 13, and students will be back on Tuesday, October 14.

Enjoy a safe and restful break 💙

📚 Back-to-School Reconnection Days 2025

Cleveland City Schools is excited to welcome students back for the 2025-2026 school year! 🎉

To help students ease into the new year, we will begin with Reconnection Days:

✅ Monday, August 4th – Reconnection Day 1

Students with last names A–K

Elementary: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

CMS/CHS: 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

✅ Tuesday, August 5th – Reconnection Day 2

Students with last names L–Z

Elementary: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

CMS/CHS: 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

📅 All students will return on a regular schedule for the rest of the week.

We are looking forward to an incredible year of learning, growth, and community across all of our schools! 💙

#BuildingChampions #BuildingCommunity

🎉 Only 3 days left! 🎉 As we wrap up the school year, don’t forget that Friday, May 23 is an Abbreviated Day: 📘 CHS/CMS dismiss at 10:30 a.m. 📗 Elementary schools dismiss at 11:30 a.m. Let’s finish strong, Cleveland! 💙 #BuildingChampions #BuildingCommunity

🚨Cleveland City Schools will be closed this Friday, April 18. We hope everyone enjoys a relaxing and safe weekend! 💙 We’ll be back on Monday, April 21, ready to finish the school year strong! 💪 #BuildingChampions #BuildingCommunity

🚨 FINAL CALL! 🚨 Know a legendary Blue Raider? 🏆 Now’s the time to speak up! We’re in the FINAL DAYS to submit nominations for this year's Cleveland High School Hall of Fame! Whether it’s a standout athlete, an inspiring alum, or a community champion, we want to honor those who’ve made a lasting impact on CHS. 📅 Deadline is quickly approaching—don’t miss your chance to recognize greatness! 📩 Submit your nomination here: https://clv.city/vMJdu #BuildingChampions #BuildingCommunity

📢 An update for our CCS families: Cleveland City Schools will use one of its state-approved stockpile days on Friday, May 16. May 16th is now a Professional Development Day for our staff. That means no school for students on that day.

🏈 BIG NEWS: Coach Chris Brown is BACK! 💙 Cleveland City Schools is excited to welcome Coach Chris Brown as the new Head Football Coach of the Cleveland High School Blue Raiders! A familiar face with a proven track record, Coach Brown returns to Raider Nation after leading powerhouse programs at Baylor and Red Bank. 🟦 33-6 at Baylor | 2022 State Champions 🟦 40-8 at Red Bank | 3× Region Coach of the Year 🟦 Former CHS English teacher & coach Coach Brown brings not only championship experience but also a deep commitment to building strong character in our student-athletes. 📣 "My family and I are humbled to return. I can’t wait to connect with the students, families, and staff of CHS!" – Coach Brown 🎉 Welcome home, Coach Brown! Let’s go, Raiders! 💪 #BuildingChampions #BuildingCommunity