Forest Hills School District Board of Education Meeting 6-29-26

The Forest Hills School District Board of Education held a meeting on June 29, 2026, which included routine approvals such as human resources reports, transportation resolutions, and technology contracts including a five-year agreement with Spectrum and a cybersecurity program resolution. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the discussion of the Anderson High School pool, where community members expressed concerns about the potential permanent closure and filling in of the pool without a clear replacement plan. Board members reviewed cost estimates for pool renovation versus removal, noting the high financial burden of repairs estimated in the millions of dollars. The board reached a consensus to task the administration with developing recommendations for repurposing the pool space and exploring viable aquatic facility options for the district, emphasizing ongoing collaboration with local township and parks authorities. Additionally, the board approved continued membership in the Ohio Coalition for Equity and Advocacy of School Funding for the 2026-27 school year, supporting a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of school vouchers in Ohio.