April, 8th 2026 Board of Education Work Session

The Wooster City School District Board of Education held a work session on April 8, 2026, primarily focused on addressing significant facility needs, particularly the aging Cornerstone elementary school building. The board discussed various options for addressing these needs, including renovating Cornerstone at an estimated cost of $26-27 million, constructing building additions to existing elementary schools, or using modular classrooms as a temporary solution. The board also deliberated on funding strategies, including the challenges of passing a bond levy or operating levy given recent voter opposition and economic concerns. They considered financing options such as bonds and Certificates of Participation (COPs), with a preference against COPs due to community pushback. The board leaned toward pursuing modular classrooms as a near-term solution to move students out of Cornerstone by the 2027-28 school year, while planning for a longer-term facility strategy. No immediate contract awards or vendor selections were made, but the board indicated that a future action item would involve voting on a contract to purchase modular classrooms. Communication plans with the community were also discussed to ensure transparency about the district's facility and funding challenges.