Tutoring & Other Resources for Parents & Students

TUTORING & OTHER RESOURCES FOR PARENTS & STUDENTS

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TUTORING & OTHER RESOURCES FOR PARENTS & STUDENTS The listed agencies, organizations, and individuals are independent contractors not under the auspices of the Columbus City School District, and are listed in the Hands-On Central Ohio Directory as tutoring resources in Franklin County.

Salvation Army (After School Learning Club) – Academic support, tutoring, and mentoring. Northeast 614-403-1082 Ohio 614-358-2633 West 614-484-0206 Livingston 614-448-8237

Grades 1-8 3:30-6:00 http://co.salvationarmy.org/CentralOhio/after-school-learning-center

Central Community House/Youth & Family Services – Recreation and Learning activities K-8 and after school programs. 1150 E. Main Street 614-252-3157 www.cchouse.org

After School All-Stars – Educational, Recreational, and Social Skills. After school programs youth ages 12-15. Also at some elementary schools. 263 Carpenter Street 614-257-1678 www.asascolumbus.org

Asian American Community Services – Offers after school and summer tutoring and mentoring programs, grades K-12. Grades K-8 Tutoring & Mentoring – Wednesday & Friday 4:30-6:30 pm Grades 9-12 College and Career Development – Tuesday 4:30-6:30 pm 4700 Reed Rd 216-732-1570

Glenwood Recreation Center 1888 Fairmont Ave www.aacsohio.org

Boys and Girls Clubs (Supporting Columbus City Schools) Milo-Grogan Clubhouse 1012 Cleveland Avenue, Cols 614-294-4366 J. Ashburn Jr. Clubhouse 85 Clarendon Ave, Cols 614-221-8830 Pheasant Run Clubhouse 2680 Orono Pike, Reynoldsburg 614-221-8830 R.I.S.E Clubhouse 68 E. 2nd Ave, Cols 614-221-8830 x239 South Side Clubhouse 280 Reeb Ave, Cols 614-468-9299 UA/Metro Clubhouse 1929 Kenny Rd, Cols 614-221-8830 x 207

Serves youth ages 6 through 18 from across the city. For a low cost, the nationally acclaimed Club provides members with access to after-school and summer programming oriented around three pillars: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Character & Leadership. Club members have access to tutoring, gym space, teen- specific area, field trips, career-readiness opportunities and mentoring. www.bgccolumbus.org

Broad Street Presbyterian Church 760 East Broad Street Columbus, OH 43205 http://www.bspc.org [email protected]

BROAD STREET ACHIEVEMENT - AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM (AFTERSCHOOL AND SUMMER)

Service description: Offers one-on-one after school tutoring assistance from September-May. Free dinner is offered to children participating in the program. Eligibility: Children in grades k-12. Hours: Mon -Thu 3 pm-6 pm. Intake process: Email: [email protected] email preferred. Phone: 614-221-6552 x254

Columbus Metropolitan Library: Homework Help Center - Provides school supplies and homework help after school at all branch libraries. 614-645-2275 www.columbuslibrary.org

Columbus Recreation & Parks Capital Kids – Offers academic programs with homework help from Capital University students. http://parks.columbus.gov Beatty Community Center 247 N. Ohio Ave 614-645-3218

Douglas Community Center 1250 Windsor Ave 614-645-7407 Marion Franklin Community Center 2801 Lockbourne Rd 614-645-3160 Sullivant Garden Community Center 755 Renick St 614-645-8171

Directions for Youth & Families: Ohio Avenue Youth Center - Offers after school and summer camp programing for youth ages 8-17 living in the 43205, 43206, and 43207 zip codes. 657 S. Ohio Ave 614-258-8043 www.dfyf.org

Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services (ETSS After School Program) - Youth in the ETSS After School Program meet 2-3 days a week for a few hours to get homework help, learn about their own and other participants’ language, music and cultural traditions and learn information on health and wellness. Students also get time for exercise and creativity as well as free snacks/meals provided through Children’s Hunger Alliance. After School sites also form Parent Advisory Committees to help parents stay informed and engaged in their child’s education. Additionally, each site has a bilingual assistant to ensure students and parents are fully engaged.

Who is eligible: Immigrant, refugee, and other low income families, ages 5-18. When: Every year, August – June Where: 10 locations throughout Franklin County

East: Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 530 McNaughten Rd., 43213 Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 3:30 – 7:00 pm Grades K-12 West: Eakin Elementary School, 3774 Eakin Rd., 43228 Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 3:30 – 7:30 pm Grades K-5 West: Wedgewood Middle School, 3800 Briggs Rd., 43228 Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 2:30 – 6:30 pm Grades 6-12 West: Emerald Glen Apartments, 930 Regentshire Dr., 43228 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 3:30-7:30 pm Grades K-8 North: Zomi Church, 5918 Sharon Woods Blvd., 43229 Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 3:30-7:30 pm Grades K-8 Northeast: The Heritage Apartments, 2444 Gateway Rd., 43219 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 3:30-7:30 pm Grades K-8 North: Columbus Global Academy, 4077 Karl Rd., 43224

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 2:30-7:30 pm Grades K-12 Hilliard: St. James Lutheran Church, 5660 Trabue Rd., 43026 Monday, Thursday, Friday 3:30-7:30 pm Grades K-8

Additional contact information: http://ethiotss.org 614-252-5362

Ohio Hispanic Coalition Youth & Education Programs - Latino students grades K-5 can participate in free after school educational programs. 3556 Sullivant Ave 614-840-9934 or 614-275-1755 www.ohiohispaniccoalition.org

Somali Community Association of Ohio - Offers English classes, after school and Saturday tutoring for Somali youth. 3422 Cleveland Ave 614-262-4068 www.somaliohio.org

Somali Women & Children’s Alliance - Provides after school programs provides tutoring and educational activities for children ages 5 to 18. 2210 Morse Rd 614-473-9999 www.swaca.

Columbus Urban League - Free after school tutoring in math and reading ages 5-13. 788 Mt. Vernon Ave 614-257-6300 x. 108 www.cul.org

YOUTH VIOLENCE PREVENTION - Neighborhood Violence Intervention Program.

Service description: Places gang violence intervention specialists in South and East side neighborhoods where 14-24 year-olds stand at high risk of gang involvement. Specialists constructively mediate conflict and mentor and connect youth to positive opportunities. Aims to reduce crime and gang-related violence; keeps youth safe and on-track to healthy, productive lives; encourages youth involvement in work readiness

5 activities, academics or recreation; responds realistically and holistically to the lure of gang life. Eligibility:14-24 year olds in South and East side neighborhoods. Hours: As arranged. Intake process: Telephone.

FRESH Afterschool Initiative - TUTORING SERVICES

Service description: Serves approximately 60 eligible middle school students (grades 6-8). The curriculum focuses on academic and life skill development through modulated focus areas. The units within the curriculum include topics surrounding civic engagement, health and wellness, cultural competence, future empowerment, and outdoor education. Students are also provided daily homework assistance, experiential learning opportunities, healthy meals, and door-to-door transportation. Eligibility: Middle school youth. Hours: Mon-Thu 3:30 pm-7 pm. Intake process: Telephone. Application required.

African American & African Studies Community Extension Center - Math and Science program for grades 4-12. 905 Mt. Vernon Ave 614-292-3922 www.aaascec.osu.edu

Community for New Direction (East Office) - Youth Violence Prevention 993 East Main Street Columbus, OH 43205 http://cndcolumbus.org [email protected]

Young Ambassadors for Peace 614-272-1464 Administrative - Brenda Davis [email protected]

Service description: Violence prevention curriculum for K-12th grade students provided in a small group setting. Intergenerational mentorship linking middle and high school students with older adults in small groups to provide supportive relationships. Eligibility: Contact our office for more information. Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-6 pm. 6

Intake process: Telephone.

(West Office) 2096 West Mound Street Columbus, OH 43223 http://www.cndcolumbus.org [email protected]

614-272-1464 ext. 202 Program Number - John Dawson [email protected]

Neighborhood House - Offers after school programs, homework help, and tutoring. 1000 Atcheson St 614-252-4941 x.209 http://nhicolumbus.org

Gladden Community House - Provides after school recreation for students ages 18 and younger living in the Franklinton area. 183 Hawkes Ave 614-227-1600 www.gladdenhouse.org

Godman Guild - Offers after school and summer program for youth in grades K through 5 attending Weiland Park elementary. 303 E. 6th Ave. 294-5476 Mentoring Program for ages 12-18 614-294-5476 x 135 www.godmanguild.org

Stowe Mission of Central Ohio - Offers after school tutoring for students in grades K-12 on Monday nights. 888 Parsons Ave 445-8400 www.stowemission.org/programs

St. Stephens Community House: Youth and Family Services - After school, programs, summer programs, developmental groups and tutoring for students in the Linden community. 1500 E. 17th Ave. 614-294-6347 www.saintstephensch.org

Clintonville Beechwold Community Resource Center - Afterschool Academic and recreational activities. 14 W. Lakeview 614-268-3539 http://clintonvillecrc.org

The Bridge - Offers ESL and citizenship classes, tutoring for grades 2-12 students and GED prep. They also provide a free legal clinic and host a weekly soup kitchen and pantry. 3750 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43228 (614) 272-2949 thebridge.io

Lower Lights Ministries 1066 Bellows Avenue Columbus, OH 43223 http://www.lowerlights.org [email protected]

TUTORING - Bright Lights Kids 614-228-3855 Program Number - Renee Carden

Service description: Weekly one-on-one tutoring and mentoring program. Meal is provided after tutoring. Eligibility: Children ages 6-13. Hours: Thursdays 5 pm-8 pm. Intake process: Telephone. Application required.

Maynard Avenue United Methodist Church 2350 Indianola Avenue Columbus, OH 43202 [email protected]

TUTORING PROGRAM 614-395-1104 Program Number

Service description: Provides tutoring and mentoring for children. Services include homework help, basic education, educational games and self-confidence building. Eligibility: Anyone. Hours: Tue 5 pm-6:30 pm. Intake process: Telephone. Registration required.

Church and Community Development for All People 946 Parsons Avenue PO Box 06063 Columbus, OH 43206 (614) 445-7342 Administrative (614) 449-7970 Fax http://www.4allpeople.org

PARENT ENGAGEMENT - PARENT CONNECTION (614) 284-6408 Program Number - Erin West [email protected]

Programs that promote parent, family and community involvement in helping children succeed in school. Using a variety of involvement models, these programs encourage parents to support their children's schooling by working directly with their children on learning activities in the home and serving as an advocate for better education in their community. Parents are encouraged to model desirable behavior (e.g., reading for pleasure), discuss school matters at home, arrange for appropriate study space, organize and monitor their children's time, check homework on a regular basis, tutor their children at home, help older students make postsecondary plans and select courses which support these plans, advocate for their children when required, attend school functions, discuss their children's progress with teachers, join the PTA, vote in school board elections, attend school board meetings and, where possible, volunteer to help with school activities, work in the classroom and/or take an active role in governance and decision making about school programs at the community, state or national level. 9

Homeless Families Foundation 33 North Grubb Street Columbus, OH 43215 614-641-9234 Fax http://www.homelessfamiliesfoundation.org [email protected] Youth Enrichment Programs Homeless Families Foundation Dowd Education Center 614-461-9247 ext. 206 Program Number - Jermaine Kennedy [email protected](

Service description: The HFF Dowd Education Center provides STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) focused academic programming for children in grades K-8. The Center has both afterschool and summer programs that provide both education and intervention that support Ohio Department of Education standards and local school curriculum. Other activities provided to enhance social skills, self- esteem and overall health include: homemade nutritious meals daily; fitness and recreation activities; field trips; and presentations from outside agencies that support education and well-being. Eligibility: Homeless or formerly homeless children and at-risk children referred by partner schools in the Franklinton and Hilltop area of Columbus. Hours: School year: Mon-Fri 3:30 pm-6:30 pm. Summer program: Mon-Fri 9 am-3:30 pm for 8 weeks. Intake process: Telephone and application.

Columbus Literacy Council 92 Jefferson Ave 614-282-7661 X. 1 Service description: Helps parents become literacy leaders in their homes. Parents attend a session while their pre-school children will learn a corresponding lesson. Then parents and children will come together to share what they've learned. Parents are encouraged to teach their children their newly obtained skills to re-establish their role as the literacy leader in the home. www.columbusliteracy.org

Action for Children - Parenting Skills Classes for Fathers 78 Jefferson Avenue Columbus, OH 43215 (855) 302-4453 Child Care I&R (800) 750-0750 TTY/TDD

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(614) 224-0222 ext. 137 (Program Number) Jeff Kramer [email protected]

Service description: Offers a 13-hour curriculum to help fathers develop skills and attitudes that will empower them to be positive parents and role models. Format is facilitator led instruction and group discussion. Focus of curriculum is on positive parenting skills, co-parenting strategies, and effective communication techniques. Program offers direct case management in partnership with community agencies to help fathers navigate and overcome barriers, including child support challenges, visitation and custody issues, workforce entry and driver's license reinstatement. Eligibility: Fathers. Hours: Typically 6:30 pm-8 pm. Day of week varies throughout year. Intake process: Telephone. Website. Documents: No documents required. Fees: None. Additional languages: Spanish.

Buckeye Ranch - SCHOOL AGE NURTURING PARENT PROGRAM 2865 West Broad Street Columbus, OH 43204 (614) 875-2371

Service description: Evidence-based program that helps parents and children learn new patterns of behavior to increase positive interactions, improve communication, and strengthen family relationships. Parents learn about appropriate expectations, developing family rules, praising children, ways to deal with problem behaviors and more. Youth participate in concurrent groups with activities and discussion tailored for their age and developmental level. Families also spend time each week eating dinner and engaging in a fun family activity together. Eligibility: Children 5-12 and their parents. Hours: As arranged. Intake process: Telephone. Documents: Vary. Fees: None.

Columbus Urban League 788 Mount Vernon Avenue Columbus, OH 43203 11

(614) 257-6300 ext. 125 Program Number (614) 257-6314 Fax http://www.cul.org

Male Initiative - Father 2 Father (614) 372-2310 ext. 145 Program Number - Alicia Wilkes

Service description: Offers a 10- week curriculum focused on life-changing strategies that specifically engage men to be more responsible and nurturing fathers. This is done by offering interactive circles of support designed to build parenting skills, with education on why and how they can make an indelible positive impact on their children. This initiative also assists fathers by providing direct assistance with child support challenges, the establishment of custody and/or visitation and driver’s license reinstatement. Eligibility: Open to all fathers. Hours: Class hours: Tue 10 am-12:30 pm. Thu 6 pm-8:30 pm. Intake process: Orientation every second and fourth Fri of the month. 2 pm-3 pm. Documents: None. Fees: None. Additional languages: None. Services: Parenting Skills Classes for Fathers Additional languages served: Spanish.

Directions for Youth and Families 1515 Indianola Avenue Columbus, OH 43201 (614) 294-3247 Fax http://www.dfyf.org

SPARK - School Readiness Program (614) 294-2661 Intake Manager - Jennifer VanSchoyck [email protected]

Service description: Provides educational intervention to help parents become partners in their child’s education. Spark assists with creating a home environment where children age 4 can develop skills needed to be successful in kindergarten the following year. Eligibility: Participants must be TANF eligible and live in the Columbus public school district. Children age 4 preparing to enter Kindergarten. Hours: Mon-Thu 8 am-7 pm. Friday 8 am-5 pm. Intake process: Telephone. Appointment required. Documents: No documents required. 12

Fees: Call for information.

EDUCATION RETENTION - BUILDING BRIGHT FUTURES 614-294-2661 Program Number

Service description: Provides home and school based individual and family counseling to youth who are at risk for school failure. Eligibility: Youth ages 12-18 years old who are at risk for school failure and their families. Hours: Mon-Thu 8 am-7 pm. Friday 8 am-5 pm. Intake process: Telephone. Appointment required.

PARENTING COURSES - PATHS PARENTING (614) 294-2661 Central Intake (614) 294-3247 Fax (614) 294-2661 Program Number Service description: Addresses self-esteem, child development, communication, engaging cooperation, discipline, and stress management. Offers 12 hours of curriculum with formal class instruction to parents. In addition, a specific curriculum is offered for teen parents. Eligibility: Any parent of a child under the age of 18 years old. Hours: Mon-Thu 8 am-7 pm. Friday 8 am-5 pm. Intake process: Telephone. Appointment required. Documents: No documents required. Fees: Sliding fee scale. Notes: Referrals come from schools, parents, juvenile court, other social services agencies, churches, businesses, and concerned community residents.

Directions for Youth and Families - East Office 3616 East Main Street Columbus, OH 43213 http://www.dfyf.org [email protected]

EDUCATION RETENTION - BUILDING BRIGHT FUTURES 614-251-0103 Administrative 614-251-1177 Fax 614-294-2661 Program Number (close details on Directions for Youth and Families)

Directions for Youth and Families - Crittenton Center 3840 Kimberly Parkway Columbus, OH 43232-6142

614-294-2661 http://www.dfyf.org [email protected]

Service description: Homework Help and Tutoring Services in language arts and math, access to computers for research and writing papers, and assistance with school assignments.

Eligibility: Ages 8-18 years old. Intake process: Telephone.

Directions for Youth and Families 1515 Indianola Avenue Columbus 43201 http://www.dfyf.org

EDUCATION RETENTION - BUILDING BRIGHT FUTURES (614) 294-2661 Program Number

Service description: Provides in-home individual and family counseling to youth who are at risk for school failure. Eligibility: Youth ages 12-18 years old who are at risk for school failure and their families. Hours: Mon-Thu 8 am-7 pm. Friday 8 am-5 pm. Intake process: Telephone. Appointment required. Documents: No documents required. Fees: Sliding fee scale. Notes: Referrals come from schools, parents, juvenile court, other social services agencies, churches, businesses, and concerned community residents. Services: Dropout Programs, Family Counseling

National Youth Advocate Program 527 South High Street Columbus, OH 43215 (614) 227-9445 Fax http://www.nyap.org

PARENTING EDUCATION - NURTURING PARENTING (614) 227-9444 Administrative (877) 692-7226 Intake Service description: Offers skill building, comprehensive classes to families to help them learn new ways to work together and live together as a family. Helps parents learn nurturing parental behaviors in place of others that are hurtful to children. Classes are held once a week for 15 weeks. Addition out-of-class time is spent with each participant including one hour in the home each week. Eligibility: Anyone. Hours: Class times will vary. Call for specific dates and times. Intake process: Referral required. Referral may come from courts, children services or other similar agencies. Documents: No documents required. Fees: Vary. Additional languages: None.

Community Refugee and Immigration Services - Support middle and high school students with mentors.

1925 E. Dublin Granville Rd Suite 102 Columbus 43229 614-235-5747

Kaleidoscope Youth Center 603 Town St 43215 http://www.kycohio.org [email protected]

Eligibility: LGBTQ youth and allies ages 12-20. Hours: Mon-Thu 3:30 pm-7 pm. Fridays 3:30 pm-8 pm.

Genderscope - If you’re trans, non-binary, gender variant, genderqueer, gender questioning, or any other non-cis identity, this space is just for you. Build new friendships as you share in experience and discuss topics related to gender identity and expression. Tuesday 7-8:30 pm Thursday 5-7 pm

Cyber Center 614-294-5437 Administrative

Service description: Offers free internet access, academic resources and skill building trainings. Youth can learn how to operate programs such as Excel and PhotoShop.

Tech Corps Ohio - Franklin County - TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION/STUDENT TECH CORPS 6600 Busch Boulevard Suite 210 Columbus, OH 43229 http://www.techcorps.org 614-583-9211 24 hour hotline Carla Easley [email protected] http://studenttechcorps.org/moodle/ 614-340-9840 Fax 614-583-9211 Administrative

Service description: Delivers core technology training and certification to middle school and high school students, and then harnesses their knowledge to power a Student-Run Help Desk to provide valuable technical support in their school buildings. Eligibility: Middle and high school students.

NAMI Franklin County - General Mental Health Information/Education, Ending the Silence.

1225 Dublin Road Suite 110 Columbus, OH 432 614-501-6264 Administrative 614-501-6267 Fax http://www.namifc.org [email protected]

Service description: 50-minute mental health awareness program for high school age youth. Teens learn how to recognize the early warning signs of mental illness and what 16 to do if they or someone they know is exhibiting these signs. Instills a message of hope and recovery and encourages teens to reduce stigma and end the silence surrounding mental illness.

Eligibility: Teens ages 13-18. Hours: As arranged. Intake process: Telephone for information or to schedule appointment.

YWCA Columbus 65 South Fourth Street Columbus, OH 43215 http://www.ywcacolumbus.org [email protected] YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

BRIGHT FUTURES LEADERSHIP PROGRAM 614-627-1226 Program Number - LC Johnson [email protected] 614-224-0613 Fax

Service description: Works to build leadership skills in young women. Participants gather for training sessions and panel discussions covering topics such as leadership development, social justice and positive self-image. Eligibility: Girls in their junior year of high school. Participants must be nominated by school principals or guidance counselors. Hours: Program is annual. Workshops offered twice monthly on Saturdays between February and May. Intake process: Referral required. Documents: Nomination form.

Huckleberry House - EMERGENCY SHELTER CRISIS PROGRAM 1421 Hamlet Street Columbus, OH 43201 http://www.huckhouse.org [email protected]

614-294-5553 24-hour hotline 614-294-6109 Fax 614-294-8097 Administrative

Service description: Offers 24-hour crisis intervention services for teens. Provides a 24-hour crisis shelter and crisis hotline. Offers counseling services for youth who have 17 run away from home, or are thinking of running. Counselors work with teens and their families to provide crisis intervention and to develop communication and understanding. Average length of stay is 5-7 days with a plan of reconciliation in place. Eligibility: Adolescents 12-17 years old. Hours: Mon-Sun 24 hours. Intake process: Telephone. Walk-in.

STAR House – Homeless Youth Drop-in Center 1220 Corrugated Way Columbus, OH 43201 http://starhousecolumbus.org 614-826-5868 Administrative 888-829-5752 Program Number

Service description: Provides a drop-in center for homeless youths. Offers meals, clothing, hygiene items, access to shower and laundry facilities, use of telephone and computers to search for housing and employment, therapy and case management, linkage to community resources and opportunities for positive social engagement. Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 14-24 years old. Hours: Mon-Sun 7:30 am-10 pm. Intake process: Walk-in. The Ohio State University - Literacy and Learning Center 1100 Kinnear Rd - Room 129 Columbus, OH 43212 http://tutoring.ehe.osu.edu [email protected]

TUTORING SERVICES http://[email protected] 614-292-7716 Program Number

Service Description: Provides tutoring services. Provides basic reading tutoring including phonics, spelling, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension assistance. Offers reading and study skills assistance in science, social studies and humanities. Offers OAA, OGT, SAT, ACT, GED and GRE preparation assistance. Also offers tutoring in math and writing as well as diagnostic reading assessments. Specializes in reading differences. Math and vocabulary camps are offered in summer. ACT/SAT workshop series offered each semester year round.

Eligibility: Pre-K through adult. 18

Hours: As arranged. Most tutoring is scheduled Mon-Thu 10:30 am-6:30 pm during the summer months and Mon-Thu 4 pm-7 pm and Saturdays 9:30 am-12:30 pm during the school year. Tutoring outside those hours may be available.

Intake process: Telephone or website for application.

Documents: No documents required.

Fees: Fees begin at $25 per hour for Level 1 tutoring. Discount available to families that qualify for free or reduced lunch. Hourly rate for diagnostic assessments and private consults. Insurance is not accepted. Flexible spending plan may be accepted.

Services: Tutoring Services

RedTreehouse.org - Ohio's online resource promoting and supporting the physical, emotional, intellectual and social development of children and young adults, prenatal-25.

KHANAcademy. org - Free online tutoring in all subjects

Columbus City Schools: Talk to the principal or counselor of your child’s school. Some schools have after school tutoring through special grants or a partnership with a community agency.

HandsOn Central Ohio - Clearing House for all services in Franklin County. https://211centralohio.org/Search.aspx 614-221-2255

Birth Certificates (for people born in Franklin County) Columbus Public Health 240 Parsons Ave 614-645-7331

FACTLine 614-221-FACT (3228) Communications Department Columbus City Schools 2019