Positive Education Program

Students come to PEP because they need something different. PEP meets students where they are, ensuring their needs are met and that they have opportunities to reach their full potential.

With the right supports in place, students like Mikey are not only able to succeed in school, they are able to access opportunities that build confidence, connection, and a sense of belonging beyond the classroom.

For Mikey, that meant finding his voice and sharing it on one of the most recognized stages in Ohio.


The Cleveland Orchestra

read the full story: https://tinyurl.com/358zenuv

Mikey's Time to Shine: How PEP Empowers Kids to Find their Voice | April 8, 2026 With Mr. Taylor’s encouragement, Mikey took a step that would have felt unlikely not long ago. He auditioned for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Chorus, a highly selective, adult chorus that performs alongside the Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Hall.

Looking for work? Interested in working at PEP?

Come and see us at OhioMeansJobs' Open House and Job Fair on Thursday, August 6, 1-4 p.m. We're hiring for all jobs and majors.

Since 1971, Positive Education Program has been supporting young people to overcome and thrive. Would you like to be one of the people making that happen?

Join our team!

We have the following openings:

🍏Classroom Associate (Fairview Park, OH)
🍏1:1 Aide (Fairview Park, OH, Parma Heights, OH or Cleveland, OH)
🍏OhioRISE Care Coordinator Supervisor
🍏OhioRISE Care Coordinator – Flexible Schedule, $2500 sign-on bonus
🍏Associate Teacher Counselor (Parma Heights, OH
🍏Associate Teacher Counselor – Float (Grafton, OH or Cleveland, OH)
🍏Intervention Specialist or Substitute Teacher ($2500 sign-on bonus)
🍏Float School Nurse (LPN) – would be floatng between all PEP Therapeutic Schools
🍏School-based Therapist (Parma Heights, OH)
🍏Clinical Fellow (Cleveland, OH)
🍏School-Based Speech Language Therapist (Fairview Park, OH)
🍏Clerical Assistant (Fairview Park, OH)
🍏Intake Support Specialist

Find out more, and apply, here: https://www.pepcleve.org/work-with-us

This is all about our kids!

For the fourth time in three years, a group of PEP students is celebrating a major accomplishment: winning a national grant for their community service project. This time, it’s a group of students from . The contest is a part of a student leadership program developed by Lead4Change: Student Leadership Program, open to all 6th- 12th graders in the United States.

Read the full story here! https://tinyurl.com/4jhxfnke

Hey, PEP families! The school year starts Monday, August 17, and we can't wait to see our students!

You can help make the transition back to school easier on your kids by taking steps now to get back to healthy routines, including getting up earlier in the morning!🕢💪

Today's the day!

Come check out our 2026-2027 Therapeutic School career opportunities at our Back-to-School Career Fair on July 27.

We'll be holding on-site interviews! Come meet us and find out what we're all about!
https://www.pepcleve.org/.../pep-to-host-back-to-school

🥰On this , we're expressing gratitude for our recent retirees, and their dedication to our students and to each other. 🥰

PEP staff have long careers because we're a great place to work! Interested in joining our team? We have a Job Fair on Monday, July 27, 3-6 p.m. Find out more here: https://tinyurl.com/4y248wtz

PEP is proud to help Mental Health America celebrate the Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month (also referred to as BIPOC Mental Health Month).

PEP offers services for children with developmental trauma, mental health issues, and autism, along with their families and supporting professionals. Learn more at https://www.pepcleve.org! 🫶

At PEP we believe a child should know some joy an each day. If you do too, come check out our 2026-2027 Therapeutic School career opportunities at our Back-to-School Career Fair on July 27. We'll be holding on-site interviews. Come meet us and find out what we're all about!
https://www.pepcleve.org/.../pep-to-host-back-to-school