SCORE WITH READING
presented by Cleveland-Cliffs
HEAD OF THE CLASS
Do you know a teacher who is truly at the Head of the Class?!
Head of the Class recognizes educators in Northeast Ohio for making a difference in their students’ lives both inside and outside the classroom. Head of the Class educators must work to ensure the academic success of their students, be involved in their school and local communities, and set an example for students and educators alike. Winning teachers will receive a memorable experience at a Cavs game and $500 gift card to use towards classroom needs.
PROVIDED by THE CAVALIERS
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AND SPIDACARES
The Cleveland Cavaliers Community Foundation and The Huntington National Bank are offering $50,000 in scholarship funds to Northeast Ohio high school seniors. Through the Scholarship Program, five (5) graduating seniors will be awarded a $10,000 scholarship to be used during the 2025-2026 school year to attend college, vocational/trade school, or similar education that will provide a certificate or degree.
Scholarship funds can be applied to verifiable costs associated with college or a vocational/trade school, including tuition, fees, books, and other related educational expenses. Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, outstanding community service, and need. The 2024-25 scholarship recipients will be recognized during a Cavs home game during the second half of the season.
In addition, five (5) semifinalists will receive a $1,000 Huntington savings account.
This is the 34th year Huntington has partnered with the Cavs to provide college scholarships to graduating seniors in Northeast Ohio.
HBCU SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
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Rhymes with Reason helps students learn important English words by
showcasing their existence in widely known music lyrics. The interactive, web based program provides an engaging and equitable solution to vocabulary access to students from diverse backgrounds. Rhymes with Reason also provides student workshops, customized curriculum guides, and surveys that help students build vocabulary and literacy skills in English Language Arts, health and wellness, college and career readiness, civics and more.
The Cavs are proud to bring the Rhymes with Reason program to students at select Cleveland schools and Boys & Girls Clubs.
RHYMES WITH REASON
EDUCATION
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SCORE WITH READING
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
HEAD OF THE CLASS
RHYMES WITH REASON
NOMINATE A TEACHER
PRESENTED BY HUNTINGTON
NOMINATE AN EDUCATOR
BACK TO TOP
SCORE with Reading presented by Cleveland-Cliffs is designed to help students develop a passion for reading while promoting the importance of literacy. This challenge, which will run from November 4th to December 6th, is open to 2nd and 3rd grade students and classrooms in Northeast Ohio. Participating students will have a goal to read a minimum of 100 minutes each week, for a total of 400 minutes during the entire challenge. Prizes and incentives will be awarded to top readers and classrooms.
STEM DAY
The Cleveland Cavaliers and NeoSTEM have partnered to provide an immersive day of STEM learning, culminating with a fun and social night at the Cavs game on Sunday, March 16th. Students and their families will engage in meaningful, fun and impactful hands-on activities that connect the STEM world with the basketball world. STEM Day at RMFH seeks to serve as a building block to make lasting connections with students and their families, taking the experience beyond this one day. NeoSTEM will offer on-site STEM counseling and advice from many of the mentoring organizations that exist throughout Northeast Ohio, and share with the students and families information about existing STEM programming, while building connections for future ongoing communication and learning!
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STEM DAY
AT ROCKET MORTGAGE FIELDHOUSE
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STEM DAY
STEM DAY
The Cleveland Cavaliers and NeoSTEM have partnered to provide an immersive day of STEM learning, culminating with a fun and social night at the Cavs game on Sunday, February 26th. Students and their families will engage in meaningful, fun and impactful hands-on activities that connect the STEM world with the basketball world. STEM Day at RMFH seeks to serve as a building block to make lasting connections with students and their families, taking the experience beyond this one day. NeoSTEM will offer on-site STEM counseling and advice from many of the mentoring organizations that exist throughout Northeast Ohio, and share with the students and families information about existing STEM programming, while building connections for future ongoing communication and learning!
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CAVS ACADEMY - PEP ASSEMBLY
ACADEMY REGISTRATION
STEM DAY
APPLICATION & OFFICIAL RULES
EMILY RION
Guidance Counselor
Revere High School
DAYSHA MATTHEWS
2nd Grade Educator
William Rainey Harper School
EBONY DONLEY
5th & 6th Grade Educator East Clark Elementary
MICHELLE KAVULICH
Pre-K Educator
Euclid Early Learning Village
SARAH GIBSON
5th Grade Educator
East Woods
Intermediate School
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CAVS ACADEMY - PEP ASSEMBLY
Do you want Cavs Academy, the official youth basketball program of the Cleveland
Cavaliers, to run a fun and interactive pep assembly at your school? Cavs Academy coaches will come to your gymnasium and lead students through skills & drills that teach the FUNdamentals of basketball. Throughout the program, our coaches also speak about the importance and value of CAVS: Commitment, Attitude, Voices, and Sportsmanship.
Open To: Grades Kindergarten to 8th Grade
ACADEMY REGISTRATION
CAVS ACADEMY PEP ASSEMBLY
Our 2023-24 winners were:
Register for one of the upcoming Cavs Math Hoops Training Camps Presented by Rocket Mortgage
Tuesday, October 24th - 11:00am ET - 12:00pm ET - VIRTUAL - RSVP LINK
Tuesday, October 24th - 5:00pm ET - 6:00pm ET - VIRTUAL - RSVP LINK
STEM DAY
The Cleveland Cavaliers and NeoSTEM have partnered to provide an immersive day of STEM learning, culminating with a fun and social night at the Cavs game on Sunday, February 26th. Students and their families will engage in meaningful, fun and impactful hands-on activities that connect the STEM world with the basketball world. STEM Day at RMFH seeks to serve as a building block to make lasting connections with students and their families, taking the experience beyond this one day. NeoSTEM will offer on-site STEM counseling and advice from many of the mentoring organizations that exist throughout Northeast Ohio, and share with the students and families information about existing STEM programming, while building connections for future ongoing communication and learning!
REGISTER TODAY
STEM DAY
AT ROCKET MORTGAGE FIELDHOUSE
RSVP FOR STEM DAY
RSVP FOR STEM DAY
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CAVALIERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
SUPPORTED BY HUNTINGTON
The Cleveland Cavaliers Community Foundation is excited to introduce an inaugural scholarship program dedicated to the success of students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). We are proud to honor the rich history of HBCUs while providing students the opportunity to thrive academically and beyond. SPIDACARES joins the Cavaliers to support the HBCU Scholarship Program.
Five (5) students will receive a $10,000 stipend that can be applied to verifiable costs associated with college including tuition, fees, books, and other related educational expenses. Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, outstanding community service, and need.
Eligible applicants must be a high school senior committed to an accredited HBCU, OR a full-time undergraduate attending an accredited HBCU during the 2025-26 school year and a permanent resident of Northeast Ohio.
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APPLICATION & OFFICIAL RULES
SUPPORTED BY HUNTINGTON
The Cleveland Cavaliers Community Foundation is excited to introduce
an inaugural scholarship program dedicated to the success of students attending
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). We are proud to honor the rich history of HBCUs while providing students the opportunity to thrive academically and beyond. SPIDACARES joins the Cavaliers to support the HBCU Scholarship Program.
Five (5) students will receive a $10,000 stipend that can be applied to verifiable
costs associated with college including tuition, fees, books, and other related
educational expenses. Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, outstanding community service, and need.
Eligible applicants must be a high school senior committed to an accredited HBCU,
OR a full-time undergraduate attending an accredited HBCU during the 2025-26
school year and a permanent resident of Northeast Ohio.
CAVALIERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
application & official rules
THIS APPLICATION IS NOW CLOSED
THIS APPLICATION IS NOW CLOSED
NOMINATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
COLONEL ORAN WILLIAMS
East Technical High School
U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps Instructor
COLONEL ORAN WILLIAMS
East Technical High School
U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps Instructor
Rhymes with Reason helps students learn important English words by showcasing their existence in widely known music lyrics. The interactive, web-based program provides an engaging and equitable solution to vocabulary access to students from diverse backgrounds. Rhymes with Reason also provides student workshops, customized curriculum guides, and surveys that help students build vocabulary and literacy skills in English Language Arts, health and wellness, college and career readiness, civics and more.
The Cavs are proud to bring the Rhymes with Reason program to students at select
Cleveland schools and Boys & Girls Clubs.
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NBA MATH HOOPS
NBA Math Hoops, a program of Learn Fresh, leverages the game of basketball and
the NBA/WNBA brands to build fundamental math and social-emotional skills
through a physical and digital basketball-themed board game, a curriculum, and a
community program experience. Designed for students in grades 4-8, this free
program develops students’ algebra readiness prior to entering high school, while
strengthening important skills including self-regulation and executive function. The
NBA Math Hoops program is implemented in in-school, out-of-school, and home
learning environments.
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CAVS ACADEMY OVERTIME
A study published by the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found afterschool
physical activity programs are the most impactful way to reduce risk of obesity in
children ages 6 – 12. The Cavs Academy Overtime Program is our commitment to
meet student athletes where they are by providing a fun, competitive and engaging
basketball atmosphere that supports their physical and mental health and wellness.
This four-week program takes place after school for one hour and is run by a team
of basketball coaches comprised of former college, high school and professional
athletes & coaches. They will provide a competitive environment that promotes teamwork, individual accomplishment, and healthy living, allowing themselves to be
the best version of themselves on and off the court.
Open To: Grades Kindergarten to 8th Grade
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TRAINING CAMP
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to
programs@learnfresh.org
NBA MATH HOOPS
CAVS ACADEMY OVERTIME
CAVS ACADEMY - OVERTIME
NBA MATH HOOPS
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