Falcons Soar When They Are Respectful, Responsible, Problem-Solvers, Safe and Orderly!

Rothenberg prepares students to soar in life — setting high expectations in a caring and inclusive environment.  

News August 16: First Day of School August 24: Back to School         Event from Noon to 4pm Rothenberg is now a School of Choice

We’ve Moved Up Into ‘Continuous Improvement’!

We’re so proud of our students’ academic success! Rothenberg Preparatory Academy moved up two categories on the 2009-10 Ohio Report Card into the middle rating of  Continuous Improvement.  Our goal is to keep moving up and become an Excellent-rated school.

“Come visit us and see
what makes Rothenberg special!” 
Principal Alesia Smith

Overview of Rothenberg Preparatory Academy

Rothenberg’s dedicated, caring and energized staff go above and beyond to meet our students’ needs. We have 100% of our teachers rated as Highly Qualified, with 90% of them earning Master’s degrees. We also have two certified Lead Teachers.

Principal Alesia Smith, a caring and devoted administrator, is an experienced school leader.

Rothenberg facts: ·        

• Preschool through eighth grade·        
• School day 7:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.·        
• 363-5700, to schedule a visit & enrollment information

We open our doors at 7 a.m. and offer free breakfast to all students. Our staff believes in greeting students in a positive manner every morning.

Students receive bus service if they live more than 1 mile from school. Many of our students live within walking distance of our building.

Rothenberg offers:·        

• Two fully equipped computer labs, funded by grant money and donations from the GE Foundation·        
• Classrooms with computers and Interactive Smart Board teaching tools·        
• Free after-school programs from 2:30 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. every school day, offering homework help, tutoring, and fun learning activities such as dance, art and music; funded by a 21st Century Learning Grant·        
• A full-time Community Resource Coordinator who recruits tutors and maintains resources to assist students’ academic achievement, social welfare and mannerisms. ·        
•  Intervention Specialists, a Speech Pathologist, a Mental Health unit, an Occupational Therapist and a Psychologist 

In August 2012, Rothenberg moves back to its original campus at East Clifton Avenue and Main Street, into a beautiful, fully renovated building that is a community landmark. Learn more about our Green Roof.