Policies
High School Policy
Students must apply for admission to all CTE programs through the Maplewood Career Center website. Registration opens on Sophomore Showcase Day and closes at the end of the second week of school the following year.
Current sophomores (in their second year of high school) have access to the programs first and must meet the following requirements:
• Completed two years of high school
• Must be 16 years old at the start of their junior year
• Must have at least four credits
Current juniors and seniors (in their third or fourth year of high school) will have access to the programs starting May 15th, yearly provided they are willing to commit to completing both years of the program.
No Tuition Expenses
Maplewood serves ten school districts in Portage and Summit counties. There is no tuition charge for high school students from the participating school districts. Some students will need to purchase tool kits or other special items for course work. A payment plan/financial aid is available so that programs are affordable for all families.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and educator who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin or disability.
Get College Credit for High School Classes
Maplewood Career Center has Articulation Agreements for Post Graduate Credit with Area Colleges and Universities.
Articulation Agreement Information
College Credit Plus
Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
Workforce Development Policy
Anyone 18 years or older may register for Occupational Education Programs, Career Development Classes, or Life Enrichment Courses. Anyone 16 years or older may register a with prior approval from his/her high school principal/guardian, and the Adult Education Director. Submit a completed registration form along with payment.
Registration Information
Payment of Fees: All classes require at least a 25% down payment or full payment upon registration. Payment plans are available to courses above $500. Maplewood accepts cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. Companies/ Agencies must make payment prior to the start of the class if they are paying for a student as a Third Party, unless arrangements are made. Courses must be paid or have a down payment seven days prior to scheduled start date.
Deadlines and Late Registrations: The deadline to register for a class is seven days before the start date of the course. Late registrations are accepted with payment in full. If a student registers late, books or any other supplies may not be available for the student the first night of class.
Withdrawal Policy: If for any reason student cancels, withdraws, or is dismissed by the school once the class has begun, the percentage will be calculated on the total program hours completed. In addition to the refund there will be a $25 dollar registration fee, $50 withdrawal fee applied, minus cost for textbooks, testing fees, and supplies incurred. All refund calculations will be prepared using the official withdraw date which is determined as the last date of recorded attendance. Should the class be cancelled due to lack of participation or due to school necessity, a 100% refund or credit may be applied based on current school year’s course availability.
Classes are based on sufficient enrollment and payment.
All dates and times are subject to change.
Discounts: Senior citizens, ages 60 or older, qualify for a 10% discount on courses. Copy of ID requited at time of registration to receive discount.
Online Registration: Click on the Workforce Development, Programs, choose course desired, and complete registration form. You can pay online by credit/debit card.
Phone: . If you prefer to pay by phone or have questions, please call at (330) 296-2892 Ext. 551010.
Walk-In: Visit our office. Fill out a registration form, and bring a check or credit/debit card.
Some programs require attending a mandatory orientation and WorkKeys assessment.
