● The Bridge Avenue School is a small private Christian middle school on the near West Side of Cleveland, Ohio that serves previously unsuccessful students. The school focuses on reading, math, and science foundation building for students who have struggled in these areas.
● TBAS focuses on literacy and teaches reading using the Wilson Reading System. Each student works at his or her own pace through the Saxon math program.
● TBAS is working to become a chartered non-public school through the Ohio Department of Education.
● TBAS is a member of the National Association of Street Schools based in Denver. (www.streetschools.com)
2206 Superior Viaduct Suite 101
Cleveland OH 44113
Mailing address:
5412 Franklin Blvd.
Cleveland OH 44102
● Students: TBAS students are kids in grades 5-8 who have made the commitment to attend school and do homework daily. The students may struggle with mental health concerns, learning disabilities, behavioral issues, or personal struggles outside of school. We believe each student is God’s masterpiece. Students commit to attending 3 years at The Bridge Avenue School before moving on to High School.
● Teachers: TBAS employs state-certified teachers who care deeply about TBAS students and their success.
● Volunteers: TBAS thrives on one-to-one tutoring. Students work daily with dedicated volunteer tutors who invest in the lives of TBAS students by providing reading and math practice and homework help.
● Donors: TBAS is funded through donations from individuals, churches, corporations and small family foundations. Most financial support comes from individual donors who have seen student success and believe in our students.
The link above will take you to WKYC's story about TBAS.
The Bridge Avenue School recruits and admits students of any race, color, or ethnic origin to all its rights, privileges, programs and activities. In addition, the school will not discriminate on the basis of race, color or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational programs and athletics/extracurricular activities. Furthermore, the school is not intended to be an alternative to court or administrative agency ordered, or public school district initiated desegregation.