DR. JEFF GRAHAM | Superintendent
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Dr. Jeff Graham began his career in education as a Physics teacher at Highland and Wadsworth high schools from 1993 to 1999 before moving on to administrative roles serving as assistant principal of Medina High School from 1999 to 2001, and then principal of Medina High School from 2001 to 2003. He has served as superintendent of Woodridge Local Schools from 2003 to 2010, superintendent of Parma City Schools from 2010 to 2015, superintendent of Lorain City Schools from 2015 to 2018, regional superintendent of 15 schools in the "Best Practices" portfolio for the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, and superintendent of the Canton City Schools in June 2019, before returning to Lorain.
Dr. Graham's collaborative leadership style has helped recreate school districts by bringing people together to pass levies, build critical community partnerships, expand wraparound services, improve communication and engagement, and increase opportunities for students to achieve. His commitment to transparency and open communication can be seen through his regularly scheduled listening sessions with various student groups, staff luncheons, parent forums, and open dialogue sessions throughout the community.
Have questions about what’s happening in Lorain City Schools?
Want to share your perspective, experiences, and suggestions? Stop by Superintendent Jeff Graham’s office at the Lorain City Schools Administration Building on the first and third Wednesday of each month between 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM. You don’t need an appointment. There’s no agenda, no presentation to sit through. Open Door Sessions are just an open opportunity to connect and learn from one another in a casual setting. Be sure to check the district calendar to confirm.