2027-2028 Reconfiguration Information
Beginning with the 2027–2028 school year, Medina City Schools will implement a grade-level reconfiguration approved by the Board of Education on February 25, 2026. A.I. Root will become an Upper Elementary School serving grades 5–6, and Claggett will become a Middle School serving grades 7–8. Students in grades K–4 will not be reassigned as a result of the reconfiguration.
The plan is designed to better align students by academic and social-emotional needs while addressing declining enrollment, changing funding conditions, efficient use of district resources, and long-term stability. Planning and implementation will continue throughout the 2026–2027 school year with input from staff, families, and community stakeholders.
Our Frequently Asked Questions provide additional information about the approved plan, the factors behind the decision, and what families can expect as we prepare for the transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a link to the most current Frequently Asked Questions. These will be updated as additional questions are received.
Reconfiguration Working Committee Updates
Updates on the Reconfiguration Working Committee's work will be available here.
Committee Meeting Dates
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
5:00 PM-6:30 PM
Garfield Professional Development Center
234 S. Broadway Street
Thursday, December 3, 2026
5:00 PM-6:30 PM
Garfield Professional Development Center
234 S. Broadway Street
Reconfiguration Committee
Board Members (2):
Vicki Druley
Amy Smoyer
Administrators (4):
Brian Condit
Brittany Hartory
Mason Harper
Eldora Lavdas
Teachers (10):
Tyler Skidmore Music
Jason Locher Music
Mark Valentino-Root
Angie Marsala-Claggett
Amber Stacho-Claggett
Wendy Shubrowsky-MCTA
Mary Wyemura-Root
Mary Chokan-Elementary
Vanessa Shriver-Root
Tricia Shuck-Claggett
Parents/Guardians (11):
Nicole Gregory-Root
Julie Picchetti-Preschool, Fenn
Julie Warfe-Root, MHS
Kristi Baker-Claggett
Chelsea O’Brien-Canavan
Aalok Panchal-Canavan
Gretchen Rogers-Blake
Amanda Betker-Blake Sped
Chevawn Sluzewki-Fenn, Claggett
Lola Cargill-Claggett
Maranda Spicel-Waite