At Ginn-Thompson School for Girls, students grow in a safe, supportive environment that blends high expectations with strong values. With a focus on leadership, life skills, and personal responsibility, the school helps girls develop confidence, character, and a sense of purpose. From service projects to out-of-state field trips, every experience is designed to help students thrive as well-rounded young women.

Specialized Learning Environments

Students learn and grow in spaces designed to support both academic and personal development:

  • Cafeteria
  • Gym (in partnership with Tri-C)
  • Multipurpose Room
  • Science Lab
  • Swimming (in partnership with Tri-C)

Positive School Culture Program

The school uses a behavior management and mediation system to support accountability and encourage positive decision-making. The structured environment reinforces respectful conduct and helps students build strong habits for success in school and life.


Uniform Policy

Ginn-Thompson School for Girls maintains a “Dress for Success” uniform policy. Uniform items for Grades K–12 can be obtained through School Bells.


Field Trips & Learning Excursions

Field trips and travel experiences allow students to explore the world beyond the classroom:

  • All Grades: COSI, Hersheypark (reward for top five scholars in each grade), Niagara Falls, Otherworld Columbus, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Skate Field Trip
  • Grade 8: Annual end-of-the-year trip
  • Service Learning: Cleveland Food Bank

Student Activities & School Traditions

Events and traditions help students celebrate milestones and connect with their school community:

  • Community Service Projects (Cleveland Food Bank, Project Warm)
  • Glenville Homecoming (Grades 9–12)
  • Introduction to Society Ceremony (Grade 10)
  • Pep Rallies
  • Spirit Weeks
  • Trunk or Treat

Clubs

Students build academic skills and peer connections through extracurricular clubs:

  • Dillons’ Diamonds Math & Science Competitions
  • Chess
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Cheer & Dance
  • Board Games
  • Book Club
  • SEL
  • Cosmetology
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Choir

Sports

All sports are free to participate in, with eligibility based on home district qualification:

Middle & High School Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading
  • Cross Country
  • Track & Field
  • Volleyball

Through every challenge, celebration, and opportunity to lead, Ginn-Thompson School for Girls helps students grow into capable, confident young women with the skills to succeed.