9th grade advantage - registration night

Explore Your Future at Polaris: Two Events, One Night for Freshmen, Sophomores and Families

Doug Miller

November 3, 2026

Freshmen and sophomores are invited to explore career opportunities and take the next step toward their future right here at Polaris on November 19, 2026. Two events - the 9th Grade Advantage Event from 4:00–5:30 p.m. and Registration Night from 5:30–7:00 p.m. - will give students and their parents or guardians opportunities to explore programs, connect with instructors and learn about enrollment.

9th Grade Advantage Event | 4:00–5:30 p.m.

Freshmen can get an early look at the hands-on learning and career opportunities available at Polaris while earning points toward their future enrollment application. Students will have opportunities to:

  • Tour state-of-the-art labs and classrooms.

  • Participate in engaging program demonstrations.

  • Earn points toward their future Polaris enrollment application.

  • Receive a FREE gift.

  • Enjoy light refreshments.

Registration Night | 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Sophomores ready to take the next step can explore their options and get personalized help applying for the 2027–2028 school year. Students and families can:

  • Get answers to Polaris enrollment questions.

  • Meet Polaris instructors.

  • Tour program labs and classrooms.

  • Complete an enrollment application.

  • Enjoy light refreshments and take home a FREE gift.

Sophomores who did not attend last year’s 9th Grade Advantage Event can earn points toward their Polaris application by attending Registration Night.

Ready to Apply?

Sophomores do not need to wait until Registration Night to apply. Applications for the 2027–2028 school year are available now at www.polaris.edu/HSapply.

Polaris offers a wide variety of career-technical programs for middle school, high school and adult students. Its high school programs serve students from the Berea, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls and Strongsville City School Districts.

Polaris Adult Education and satellite program staff will also be available during the events to share information about additional programs and services.

Both events will take place at Polaris. For additional information, call 440.891.7691 or email rhoag@polaris.edu.