Open Doors Academy
Jazmine Dowdley is an experienced program manager currently overseeing operations at Open Doors Academy since September 2020, with previous roles as a programming coordinator. Jazmine served as a CWSP Workplace Development Coach at Saint Martin de Porres High School from July 2022 to March 2023 and worked as an office manager at CENTERS, LLC, where daily office processes for Cleveland State University Recreation Services were managed. Notable accomplishments include establishing the first cheerleading program at Cleveland Metropolitan School District, coaching student-athletes, and driving sales and operations in various management positions at Forever 21. Jazmine began as a sales associate and advanced through the ranks during a tenure of nearly three years. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Cleveland State University and studies at Kent State University.
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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.