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We're getting ready for the 2026–2027 school year, and this page is your one-stop-shop to help you stay as informed as possible ahead of the upcoming school year.
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Free, play-based preschool is available where students thrive as they move to kindergarten.
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Elementary school is where our Titans' love of learning takes root. Students engage in high-quality, standards-based learning where exploration and mastery go hand-in-hand.
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At Lorain High, we make the transition smooth with spring visits, personalized counseling, and a dedicated freshman support team.
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We’re reimagining education with 34 new courses and enhanced academic pathways designed to inspire, challenge, and prepare students for the future.
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The Lorain City Schools Fine Arts Department is a robust and comprehensive program that offers expanded fine arts opportunities for all students across all schools.
WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A TITAN!
For families, Lorain City Schools offer top-rated early education with acclaimed PreK and free, full-day kindergarten in all ten elementary schools. Our holistic learning approach includes robust arts, athletics, and STEM programs that nurture creativity and character, alongside pathways to success through an early college program, the Young Scholars initiative, and 14 career-tech programs for in-demand skills.
Employees will find a culture of innovation and continuous learning, with opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.
Community members and stakeholders can support our initiatives, helping to prepare students for academic and career success while contributing to a thriving, progressive community centered on educational excellence.
![Create in Lorain City Schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716560106/lorainschoolsorg/scdj2peegb7bjkkxkxvt/create.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716560106/lorainschoolsorg/scdj2peegb7bjkkxkxvt/create.png","width":512}])
The Lorain City Schools Fine Arts Department is a robust, comprehensive program with expanded fine arts opportunities for all students in all schools to grow their artistic talents through enhanced curriculum, high-quality art materials, media, and instrumentation delivered by industry professionals in state-of-the-art spaces.
![Student and teacher under words work here.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716560106/lorainschoolsorg/ila3qqeryeicnxfacaa5/work.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716560106/lorainschoolsorg/ila3qqeryeicnxfacaa5/work.png","width":512}])
Lorain City Schools is a dynamic school district serving over 6,000 students in Lorain, Ohio. As the most diverse community in Lorain County, we are committed to educating all students to high standards and preparing the next generation of leaders to serve our society. We are excited you’ve chosen to consider us as part of your professional journey.
![Student dancing and smiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716560106/lorainschoolsorg/gjibpbdmpai2sheykomd/enroll.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716560106/lorainschoolsorg/gjibpbdmpai2sheykomd/enroll.png","width":512}])
We welcome all families to enroll in Lorain City Schools. Your first stop is our online student registration system, FinalForms. This will allow you to register your child, provide vital contact information, upload necessary documents, and complete the process from home without visiting our team of registrars.
![Kid making a button with a machine]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716560106/lorainschoolsorg/tgn6imlxkw2nzwpbzjxb/learn.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716560106/lorainschoolsorg/tgn6imlxkw2nzwpbzjxb/learn.png","width":512}])
We believe education goes beyond textbooks. Our curriculum is shaped by real-world events, making learning relevant and engaging for our students. It's a flexible and inclusive framework designed to meet the needs of every learner.
It's a flexible and inclusive framework designed to meet the needs of every learner.
![Girl wearing pink shirt, holding a paint brush]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716560106/lorainschoolsorg/fnzyxqd2tkadpcdfis3g/grow.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716560106/lorainschoolsorg/fnzyxqd2tkadpcdfis3g/grow.png","width":512}])
The Lorain City Schools preschool program provides free, high-quality early childhood education to young children in the city of Lorain. With classrooms located in each of our ten elementary schools, we aim to make preschool accessible to every family in Lorain, giving our preschool students an early start at their neighborhood school.
Events
August 2026
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10 Month Staff Return
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10 Month Staff Return
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District Event
2026 Back-to-School Event - Hosted by Mexican Mutual & Community Partners
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Steven Dohanos Elementary School, 1625 E 32nd St, Lorain, OH 44055, USA
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Teachers Return - Work in rooms
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Teachers Return - Work in rooms
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Teachers Return - Work in rooms
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Lorain City School District, Lorain, OH, USA
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Lorain City School District, Lorain, OH, USA
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Lorain City School District, Lorain, OH, USA
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Lorain City School District, Lorain, OH, USA
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Preschool and Kindergarten begin
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Preschool and Kindergarten begin
All Day
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News
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![Summer Credit Recovery Parent Orientation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780674579/lorainschoolsorg/x59siciixiwa86f6ra5d/CREDITRECOVERY2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780674579/lorainschoolsorg/x59siciixiwa86f6ra5d/CREDITRECOVERY2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780674579/lorainschoolsorg/x59siciixiwa86f6ra5d/CREDITRECOVERY2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780674579/lorainschoolsorg/x59siciixiwa86f6ra5d/CREDITRECOVERY2.jpg","width":1080}])
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