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Ethel M. Taylor Academy is an elementary school serving preschool through eighth-grade students in the Millvale, South Cummingsville, Camp Washington and North Fairmount neighborhoods.

The school was named after Ethel M. Taylor who understood the needs of the community and worked to improve its quality of life. She also believed in the importance of getting a good education. In 1957, she led the crusade to keep a public school in the neighborhood, ensuring that there would always be a school for the community's children. When this building was completed in 2007, it was named after this community pioneer.

The school has continued on her proud tradition of community involvement. It is a Community Learning Center (CLC) where citizens, businesses, community organizations, and public agencies all play a vital role in student success.

Taylor's CLC acts as a hub for community services, providing access for students and families to health, safety and social services, as well as recreational, educational and cultural opportunities.  

Many community organizations are active at Taylor. Central Clinic and Children's Home provide services, such as mental health and character building for children and their families.

Cincy After School provides a wide range of after-school enrichment activities for students from art to physical education. Several businesses provide volunteers, as well as donations, clothes and supplies.

"Taylor Academy prides itself as a neighborhood school that is close to home, where parents and students have easy access to a special environment. The school focuses on the students' academic, social, and physical development in a caring and learning environment. This fosters a relationship that allows each child to develop at his or her full potential."
—Barbara Anderson, Media Specialist

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