There’s been a change at Our Lady of the Elms, although few will notice. The Dominican Sisters of Peace have transferred the Akron parochial school and three others to Dominican Veritas Ministries, a civil corporation recognized by the Vatican to oversee Dominican educational ministries.
Bishop Edward C. Malesic of Cleveland and the Vatican have approved the transfer, which is effective immediately.
Read MoreWe are pleased to welcome Angela Scherer to Our Lady of the Elms School as our new High School science teacher. Angela brings extensive experience in teaching science across various grade levels She will teach Biology, AP Biology, Environmental Science, plus Anatomy & Physiology.
Read MoreIn her new role, Janelle will work closely with our Director of Admissions, Jennifer Ingraham. Her keen eye for detail and organizational skills will play a crucial role in managing student records and handling inquiries, ensuring that every new Elms family has a smooth and welcoming experience. Her strong interpersonal skills will provide excellent service and create a positive registration experience and support for families, students and staff.
Read MoreOur Lady of the Elms School proudly introduces Julie Carpenter as our new Controller, bringing extensive experience in nonprofit accounting and a strong commitment to financial management.
Read MoreMarina's approach to teaching emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and holistic development. Her ability to create engaging learning environments and her passion for literature will undoubtedly inspire and empower our middle school students at Our Lady of the Elms School.
Read More. Miss Ely joins the Elms with an impressive background in music education and a passion for fostering a love of music in students.
Miss Ely graduated summa cum laude from Liberty University with a degree in Choral Music Education. Throughout her college years, she demonstrated her expertise as a vocalist and collaborative pianist with Liberty’s Concert Choir and University Chorale.
Read MoreThe Akron Beacon Journal High School All-Stars program celebrates the most outstanding high school students in the region, acknowledging their hard work, leadership, and contributions to their schools and communities. Trinity and Pilar have exemplified these qualities throughout their high school careers, making significant impacts both in and out of the classroom.
Read MorePhoebe Ledbetter has been chosen to participate in the prestigious Chinese STARTALK program this summer at the University of Mississippi. This highly competitive program is funded by the U.S. Department of Defense and aims to train students in critical languages, including Chinese, Russian, and Arabic.
Read MoreFreshman students from Our Lady of the Elms School have garnered recognition in the annual writing and art contest hosted by the Akron-Summit Council on Holocaust and Genocide Education.
Read MoreOur Lady of the Elms won the competition, with 30 students reading an average of 13,770 minutes per student. The school will receive a Scholastic books library refresh from the NCAA, tickets to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and a special Studio 525 experience at the Cleveland Public Library. Each third grader from the Final Four schools received a prize package featuring items from the NCAA, NASA and Scholastic.
Read More"We're especially proud to welcome our first scholars from Indiana this year," remarked Brittany Knight, Executive Director of the Joyce Ivy Foundation. "This expansion reflects the Foundation's growth and the generosity of our donors."
Read MoreFive state qualifiers from Our Lady of the Elms gave their best at the two-day Ohio Speech & Depate Associatio State Finals in Wooster on March 1-2.
Read MoreAmong the standout performances, Victoria Martin demonstrated exceptional skill, clinching the 15th position and securing a coveted spot in the state finals. Adding to the triumph, Maggie Myers showcased her prowess by clinching 4th place, earning herself a well-deserved entry into the state finals. Furthermore, Maggie's talent shone brightly as she claimed the prestigious Poet Laureate Prize for her outstanding poem.
Read MoreSchool board trustees voted this week to pursue the purchase of the motherhouse and the rest of the original Elms property. Jones said it is a sad time for the sisters who will be leaving their home, but it is an exciting time for the school.
Read More"Anything that is worth it is going to take some time. At the end of the day for me, it was about giving back what has been given to me through this sport and through athletics in general. The intangibles, the discipline, structure, team work, and most importantly believing in something bigger and beyond yourself."
Read MoreThe Our Lady of the Elms Panthers's three-game losing streak came to an end on Friday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past North 40-37.
Read MoreMwangi recently graduated from Our Lady of the Elms High School in Akron, where she was one of the top students and widely respected for her passion for language, literature and her own Kenyan culture.
Read MoreMollie Huffman has won an award in the arts and writing contest sponsored by the Akron-Summit Council on Holocaust and Genocide Education.
Read MoreWe welcome, Tamula, to Our Lady of the Elms as a Chinese Language Teacher (Kindergarten through Grade 8) and to oversee the Elms Girls LEAD program. Ms. Drumm has 13 years of experience teaching Chinese and worked in China for 7 years. Most recently, Tamula taught Chinese levels 1-5 and coordinated the International Student Program at St. Vincent - St. Mary High School. She grew the Chinese language program from 16 students to 135 students.
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