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Private School Guide, Cleveland Magazine, September 2022

Featured Articles

Behind Christian Siriano's Renovation of the Inn of Chagrin Falls

"I think what really was exciting for me was that this would be our first full hotel project," says the New York City-based fashion designer and winner of the fourth season of Project Runway. Find out what went in to the renovation behind this iconic.

Cleveland Private School Guide: How Real-World Lessons Give Students a Head Start

With expanded extracurricular options, local schools are creating communities around involvement in sports, academics and new styles of learning in the classroom.

Comic Relief: Imposters Theater is Giving Sketch Comedy a Cleveland Home

Founder Michael Busch is bringing his big-city talent and connections to Lorain Avenue in Northeast Ohio's first permanent home of improv since Chicago's Second City.

Issho Ni Poke Bar Brings Fresh Polynesian Bowls to Mentor

The fast-casual spot in Mentor, which specializes in build-your-own poke bowls and spam musubi, is the second restaurant from the group behind Issho Ni Ramen and Sushi in Willoughby.

Food + Drink

Dining Guide: 18 Northeast Ohio Apple Orchards and Markets to Visit This Fall

There's no shortage of bountiful orchards in Northeast Ohio, bringing you the freshest apples, baked goods, ciders and more this autumn. By Zach James

Issho Ni Poke Bar Brings Fresh Polynesian Bowls to Mentor

The fast-casual spot in Mentor, which specializes in build-your-own poke bowls and spam musubi, is the second restaurant from the group behind Issho Ni Ramen and Sushi in Willoughby.

Word of Mouth: Flour's Matthew Mytro is Inspired By La Plaza, Mizu Sushi and Doug Katz

The chef and co-owner of Flour in Moreland Hills tells us his favorite spots to eat.

In the CLE

Editor's Note: Falling in Love With Cleveland

In his first column as editor, Dillon Stewart thinks about the people and places who have played parts in his Cleveland story.

How Northeast Ohio Remembers Geauga Lake Amusement Park

For more than a century, the grounds of Geauga Lake were used for recreation and entertainment by Northeast Ohioans before the park’s closure in 2007.

Up the Camino: One Clevelander's Search for Closure on Italy's St. Francis Way

How the death of a family matriarch inspired one local writer to spend a week on Italy’s St. Francis Way in search of clarity, closure and — ultimately — connection.

Entertainment

Brent Kirby Resurrects Cleveland Singer-Songwriter Showcase, 10X3

How Brent Kirby resurrected and refocused his Cleveland singer-songwriter showcase — reuniting a fractured community.

Comic Relief: Imposters Theater is Giving Sketch Comedy a Cleveland Home

Founder Michael Busch is bringing his big-city talent and connections to Lorain Avenue in Northeast Ohio's first permanent home of improv since Chicago's Second City.

Q&A: Daniel Stashower on his latest book, American Demon

Award-winning author and Cleveland native explores a gruesome 1930s Cleveland as it intersects with Eliot Ness’s second act.

At Home

Behind Christian Siriano's Renovation of the Inn of Chagrin Falls

"I think what really was exciting for me was that this would be our first full hotel project," says the New York City-based fashion designer and winner of the fourth season of Project Runway. Find out what went in to the renovation behind this iconic.

Style

Rebecca Maxwell's Two One Thrift Upgrades Vintage Sports Gear

Two One Thrift has one-of-a-kind sports fan wear, and of course, it’s very Cleveland. By Becky Boban

Travel & Outdoors

First Look: Cleveland's Skylight Park at Tower City Center

Tower City Center revealed a new addition to its Skylight Concourse, partnering with Cuyahoga Valley National Park to create Skylight Park.

Fort Wayne, Indiana: Why Anyone Who Loves Art Needs to Visit

The co-founder of Vera Bradley lends her name and unique style to Fort Wayne’s first boutique hotel—a great base for tapping into the creative side of Indiana’s second-largest city.

Education

Archbishop Hoban High School is Making Mental Health a Priority

From Wellness Wednesdays to in-house counseling, this Akron school has ramped up its resources.

Cleveland Private School Guide: How Real-World Lessons Give Students a Head Start

With expanded extracurricular options, local schools are creating communities around involvement in sports, academics and new styles of learning in the classroom.

Cleveland Private Schools: A Report Card on 100+ Elementary and Middle Schools

We break down all the stats, from tuition to test scores, that you need to know to choose the right school for your family. 

Cleveland Private Schools: A Report Card on 30+ Private High Schools

We break down all the stats, from tuition to test scores, that you need to know to choose the right school for your family. 

Cleveland's Private Schools Provide Hands On Learning

From solving crimes and building a business, to helping the homeless, these students learn skills that serve them in the real world.

Esports Has Come to Cleveland's Private Schools in a Big Way

Hathaway Brown and Holy Name are entering the digital sports scene and using it to better their students.

Gilmour Academy Senior Rocco Hice Gives Back to His Community

From volunteering at the food pantry to passing on his love of hockey at children's camps, Hice is lending his community a helping hand.

Hawken Head of School Scott Looney is Changing Cleveland Education

Through Hawken's Mastery School Program, students can prep for the future without the pressure of grades.

Innovative Tech Launches Cleveland's Private Schools Into the Future

Anatomage and 3D printing are bringing old school class projects into the 21st Century. 

Natalie McMahon Takes Center Stage at Lake Ridge Academy

McMahon dreams of taking the stage as a career and her experiences at school have set her up for success.

St. Ignatius Senior Pedro Villa-Forte Hits the Trail

An avid birder, this high school student is getting the hands on learning experience.

The Cleveland Private High School Sports Experience Shapes Students for Their Future

Students share lessons of teamwork, metal preparedness and leadership.