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An OTS father smiles for a photo with his son at the annual Heritage Potluck Dinner.

Welcome, Old Trail School Parents!

We value the active participation of parents and guardians in the life of our school. By getting involved, OTS parents not only serve as excellent role models for their children, strengthen the vital partnership between home and school and enrich our vibrant and welcoming school community. Through their involvement, parents contribute invaluable service to the school and have the opportunity to connect with other parents from across all divisions.

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Extended Care

OTS+ is Old Trail School's extended care program, providing working families supervised, before-school (7:30-8:00 a.m.) and after-school (3:30-6:00 p.m.) care and enrichment opportunities to any student enrolled at OTS. Drop-in and discounted preregistration rates are available.  Learn more

Old Trail School Parents Association

The Old Trail School Parents Association believes parent involvement is essential to advancing Old Trail School's mission and enriching the lives of its students. It is the OTSPA's goal to build a strong school community, with an emphasis on enhancing the dynamic educational experiences of all students, in close partnership with Old Trail School. The OTSPA supports schoolwide programs, provides additional activities, and supports volunteer & fundraising opportunities to enhance the educational and social experience for the Old Trail community. 

Meet the 2025-26 OTSPA Leadership Team

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School Contacts

ADMINISTRATION
  • Sarah Johnston | Head of School | Email
  • Joe Vogel | Associate Head of School | Email
  • Amanda Irwin | ECP & Primary School Director | Email
  • Lauren Keller | Director of Learning Support Services | Email
  • Susan Newman | Director of Enrollment Management | Email
  • Meeta Nosrati | Chief Financial Officer | Email
  • Hallie Ritzman '95 | Middle School Director | Email
  • Jonathan Wanders | Intermediate School Director | Email
  • Paul Warner | Director of Marketing & Communications | Email
  • Sharon Winfrey | Director of Technology | Email

Additional Key Contacts
  • Nancy Stockwell | Admin. Assistant (EC-Grade 2) | Email
  • Anita Joseph | Admin. Assistant (Grades 3-8) | Email
  • Alyssa Gaither | School Nurse | Email
  • Mattie Unger | Athletic Director | Email
  • Jessica Cvelbar | Auxiliary Programs Coordinator | Email
  • Chris Pastor | Transportation Supervisor | Email

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Campus News

OTS Challenge Returns May 6–7 in Support of Joyful Learning

We are excited to announce the return of the OTS Challenge, a two-day digital giving campaign taking place May 6–7. This year’s goal is to raise $165,000 in support of the people and programs that make Old Trail such a vibrant place to learn and grow.

Old Trail School middle school students and teachers pose outside a traditional Japanese inn, joined by a host in kimono, during their educational trip to Japan.

A cohort of Old Trail School middle school students and faculty recently returned from an extraordinary 10-day यात्रा through Japan, bringing home memories—and perspectives—that will last a lifetime.

Four students in green school shirts collaborate at a table with papers and a quiz buzzer in a classroom.

Old Trail School’s Academic Challenge Team delivered its strongest performance to date last weekend, finishing with an impressive 6-1 record and earning second place in their bracket.

Two young riders sit on their horses inside an indoor riding arena while two adults stand beside them, smiling.

Our inaugural Equestrian Club closed out a remarkable season this fall at Maple Crest Farm, where eight students in grades 3-5 discovered not only the fundamentals of English riding but also the confidence and responsibility that come with caring for horses.

Two Old Trail School third graders smile while holding a bag of donated food during the school’s Thanksgiving food drive.

Old Trail School’s Intermediate School once again rallied around an important November tradition as Grade 3 led the annual Thanksgiving food drive benefiting the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.

Students dressed in colorful costumes, including a butterfly and scout, proudly march in Old Trail School’s annual Halloween Parade.

Old Trail School students, teachers and families came together on Friday morning for the annual OTS Halloween Parade, a beloved tradition that celebrates the joy and imagination of our Old Trail community.