Open Doors Academy
Daniel Burns is a skilled professional with extensive experience in education and community engagement. Currently serving as Campus Coordinator at Open Doors Academy since February 2021, Daniel previously held the position of Live Outreach Lead for Rank the Vote Ohio from August 2020 to November 2021. Daniel's background includes roles as Regional Director at a nonprofit media organization, Site Administrator at YMCA of Greater Cleveland, and Course Instructor at Go Ape USA. Daniel's international experience includes teaching English as a Response Volunteer with the Peace Corps in Georgia and serving as a Youth Development facilitator in Azerbaijan. Daniel's foundational experience began with bartending at Cedar Fair Entertainment Company and working as an Instructor and Intern in different educational settings. Daniel holds a Master's degree from the School for International Training and dual Bachelor's degrees in International Studies and Russian from Bowling Green State University.
Open Doors Academy
Open Doors Academy (ODA) is a developmental enrichment and leadership program for youth during out-of-school time. We work to protect, inspire, nurture, and challenge youth to reach their full potential. The program was established in 1992 as an afterschool drop-in program at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Cleveland Heights. In 2002, ODA became an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. ODA now serves over 1,000 scholars and their families at over 15 sites across Northeast Ohio and beyond. Scholars participate in project-based learning experiences and receive academic tutoring built around their developmental needs. In the summer, full-day camps and service-learning trips begin in mid-June and run for 7-8 weeks. At the core of the program is building a safe haven filled with support, creating a sense of community, and fostering the kids’ confidence. Our staff works closely with classroom teachers, principals and other community partners to support our scholars in their learning experience. In addition to our daily programming, parents are encouraged to demonstrate a commitment to their child's education, by participating in parent education workshops, family events, and supporting their child's experience as they grow and develop with ODA.