Skip To Main Content

Eighth Grade Student Champions Literacy Through Volunteer Work

Eighth grade student Alex '24 volunteers at the Cleveland Book Bank.
Eighth Grade Student Champions Literacy Through Volunteer Work

Alex ’25, an eighth-grade student at Old Trail School, has been demonstrating Old Trail's core value of Service through dedicated volunteer work at the Cleveland Kids’ Book Bank.

Located in Midtown Cleveland, the nonprofit’s mission is to foster literacy and inspire a love of reading by providing free books to children across Greater Cleveland. Alex contributes by sorting and packing books that will soon find homes in the hands of local children, ensuring that young readers have access to a variety of books.

In addition to onsite volunteering, Alex is planning a book drive in the coming months to collect even more books for the Kids’ Book Bank. This effort reflects Old Trail’s commitment to Service, emphasizing the importance of giving back and making a difference in the community. Alex’s involvement is an inspiring example of how students are living out Old Trail’s values and making an impact beyond the classroom.

Other School News

A Buddy Portrait is displayed in the Primary School hallway.
Fostering Connection Through ECP Buddy Portraits

Our preschool Buddy Portraits project is a heartwarming example of how our youngest learners develop critical life skills such as empathy, collaboration and creativity in an engaging and meaningful way.

Read More about Fostering Connection Through ECP Buddy Portraits
Rehs ’30 Earns Third-Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo
Rehs ’30 Earns Third-Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo

OTS is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of Rehs ’30, who recently earned her third-degree black belt in taekwondo. This significant milestone reflects years of discipline, perseverance and dedication to her craft.

Read More about Rehs ’30 Earns Third-Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo
A fifth grade girl works on her face jug project in the art room.
Art Students Explore History Through Ceramic Face Jugs

Fifth graders are currently wrapping up the wet clay portion of their ceramic face jugs, also known as ugly jugs. This long-standing OTS art project combines hands-on art-making with a deep dive into the history of this unique form of folk art.

Read More about Art Students Explore History Through Ceramic Face Jugs
A first grade boy proudly displays his diorama featuring a cobra in its natural habitat.
First Graders Investigate the Wonders of the Animal Kingdom

Curiosity and creativity go hand in hand at OTS, and our first graders recently showcased both in a project that brought the animal kingdom to life. The project was designed to deepen students’ understanding of the natural world while fostering research, critical thinking and presentation skills.

Read More about First Graders Investigate the Wonders of the Animal Kingdom
Geology Experts bring Fossils to OTS
Geology Experts bring Fossils to OTS

Recently, our Grade 3 students had the unique opportunity to explore the wonders of geology with the help of real-life experts from the University of Akron Field Station.

Read More about Geology Experts bring Fossils to OTS
The "Leaf Man" artwork of a Preschool 2 student.
Preschool 2 Celebrates the Wonders of Fall

Old Trail School's Preschool 2 students are embracing the beauty of autumn on campus, exploring colorful leaves, acorns, and other natural treasures as they create their own "Leaf Man" artwork inspired by Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert. 

Read More about Preschool 2 Celebrates the Wonders of Fall
Exterior photo of Firestone Hall at dusk