Marion C. Seltzer, in partnership with the community, celebrates each child’s unique abilities, culture and experiences as we develop productive, global citizens. Our diverse student body represents 17 languages and 27 countries.
Our school offers a wide range of academic programs and supports:
A 5-star Step Up to Quality preschool program
Bilingual support services for English Language Learners
Partnerships with the Cudell Recreation Center and the Cudell Fine Arts Center
Extracurricular opportunities including photography, homework club, open studio, We Run This City, anti-bullying club, choir, boys and girls soccer, boys and girls basketball and youth clay class
SPARK family-focused intervention program to prepare children for kindergarten
Some students at Marion C. Seltzer Elementary School practice reading aloud to dogs! They are a part of the “Seltzer Pup Star Reading” program started by teacher Lisa Swet.
This is the third year for the awards, a partnership between the George Gund and Cleveland foundations, the District and the Cleveland Teachers Union. The goal is to spread best practices by honoring teachers who set a standard of excellence and serve as an example for their peers.
Ethel Hicks' job is to oversee the lunchroom operations for hundreds of students at Marion C. Seltzer School -- and she does that well -- but her impact on the students stretches far beyond the walls of the cafeteria.
11/27/2023 -- “I sought this position because I believe in the transformative power of public education,” Lebron said. “Every CMSD student deserves access to an education that not only prepares them academically but also equips them with essential life skills.”
11/09/23 -- Dr. Morgan used the speech to outline his vision and goals for moving the District forward. He also announced a set of benchmarks over five years for which he said the District will be held accountable – benchmarks that include metrics such as graduation rates, college enrollment, and greater proficiency in ELA and math by both elementary and high school students.
CMSD CEO Dr. Morgan wants to hear from you as he begins a listening tour designed to help him better understand the District from the perspective of educators, scholars, families, and the community.
06/29/23 - “The vision here is around giving our families and staff the same experience they would have at AT&T or with any other service provider,” said Timmons. “We always want to be there for our families and give them the resources for anytime, anywhere learning.”