ST. PARIS – Graham Elementary School’s preschool program was awarded a five-star rating from the Ohio Department of Education and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.

“This rating system is used to recognize and promote quality standards over and above the health and safety requirements set by the state. I am very proud of our staff and the quality programming they maintain daily for our children,” said Emily Smith, director of Student Services at Graham.

“Graham Local Schools has made a commitment to our community to embrace early learning, pre-school preparation and attention to quality standards for performance for our students. This three-year award is another sign that we are doing the right work with the right people in a strong family community that values education,” said Superintendent Kirk Koennecke.