James A. Garfield Local Schools

In line with the recommendations from the Portage County Emergency Management Agency, we have decided to declare a calamity day on April 8th. This decision is rooted in our commit...

Winter has arrived in northeast Ohio and, like dressing for winter, a few more layers are necessary when it comes to keeping students safe! Here is some information to help us all...

The Garrettsville YMCA Aftercare Program, located at James A. Garfield Elementary School, is celebrating a remarkable achievement as it secures its fourth consecutive year of flaw...

Over the past few months, a group of wildly talented students has been studying, staging, and vigorously rehearsing for the next magnificent play to be executed in the Iva Walker ...

In a night filled with pride, honor, and academic achievement, the Georgia Lee Alford Chapter of the National Honor Society hosted its 56th annual induction ceremony. The event, h...

Sports fans! Last weekend, our Garfield Youth Football Program showcased incredible talent and sportsmanship at the highly anticipated OAC state football tournament in Sandusky. H...

🌟 Join Us in Giving Back! 🌟 This holiday season, let's come together as a community to make a difference! James A. Garfield High School is thrilled to announce our Basic Needs ...

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students? 🚌📚 We have exciting job opportunities waiting for you! 1️⃣ **Full-Time Bus Driver** 🚌 Do you enjoy drivi...

On September 19th the Kent State University Football program goes big by honoring a specific teacher and letting them know they are valued and respected. Each year Kent State Uni...

Free summer meals for children 6/12/2023 The Ohio Department of Education is sponsoring the Summer Food Service Program again this year, providing children with free, heal...

James A. Garfield Musical Theatre presents Into the Woods by Steven Sondheim and James Lapine. Show dates are March 23rd at 7:00, March 24th at 7:00 and March 25th at 2:00 and 7...

Congratulations to our 2022 Pumpkin Decorating Contest winners. 1st Place: The Class of 2024 2nd Place: The 8th Grade Third Place: Class of 2025 Honorable Mention: Th...

JAMES A. GARFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING RESCHEDULED Date: New Date- Thursday, August 18, 2022- Originally Scheduled for Thursday, August 11, 2022 Time: 6:30 p.m. ...

During the last school year, children and families benefited from no-cost school meals for all students, made possible by special permission from the United States Department of A...

All children ages 1 through 18 are eligible to receive free meals during the summer months at participating program sites. Individuals ages 19 through 21 who have been identified ...

Prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic JAG Schools and the Garrettsville YMCA partnered to provide a great before and after school care program for students. The program allowed parents ...

Ohio Department of Education is promoting the Week of the Young Child April 2 - April 8, 2022 . This is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Ed...

It’s time to pre-register for Kindergarten if your child will be 5 years of age by August 1, 2022. You must pre-register by going to our website, www.jagschools.org . Click on...

I know I can speak for our entire staff when I share how excited we are to see all our students back this week. We are also very pleased to see many more students and staff weari...

Consistent with CDC, ODH and PCHD guidance, masks will be strongly recommended, but not required, except on school buses where Federal Law requires riders of public transportation...