Elementary Renovations
Renovating our elementary schools is the next step in implementing the District's Long-Term Master Facilities Plan. By upgrading heating, ventilation, air conditioning and more, the Shaker Heights Schools are continuing to provide a modern, safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
our vision
Renovating the elementary schools is a significant step in the implementation of our Long-Term Master Facilities Plan. The exterior facade of these buildings will remain the same, but there are many renovations planned for inside the buildings. The renovations include upgrades to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, technology, security systems and more. These much-needed renovations will provide our students with modern, safe and inclusive learning environments while maintaining fiscal responsibility over our community resources.
MASTER FACILITIES PLAN
The elementary school renovations are part of the District's Long-Term Master Facilities Plan.
woodbury renovation
The former Woodbury building is set to reopen as the new Middle Years building for Grades 6-8 in Fall 2027.
DISTRICT SUSTAINABILITY PLAN
The Shaker Heights Schools partnered with Emerald Built Environments, a Cleveland-based sustainability consultant, to develop a District Sustainability Plan.
ELEMENTARY DESIGN PROCESS UNDERWAY
After the Woodbury building reopens as the new Middle School, the next buildings the District plans to renovate will be Lomond and Mercer. These buildings were chosen for renovations first because they are Shaker's largest elementary schools, both in terms of square footage and student enrollment.
Based on the current schedule, Lomond and Mercer will close at the end of the 2026-2027 school year, and renovations will take place concurrently at both buildings throughout the 2027-2028 school year. While each building is under renovation, Lomond and Mercer students will attend classes for one year at the former Shaker Heights Middle School building, located at 20600 Shaker Boulevard. Both elementary buildings are planned to reopen for Grades K-5 in Fall 2028.
Architects from GPD Group and Robert P. Madison International are in the early design stages for the elementary school renovations. Architects are reviewing the scope of work for interior items, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, plumbing, security, ADA accessibility and more.
Information about community engagement opportunities will be shared as we get closer to the design and construction process. For the latest updates, sign up for the Facilities Update newsletter.
Recent Elementary Renovation News
Last year, the Shaker Heights Schools partnered with Emerald Built Environments, a Cleveland-based sustainability consultant, to develop a District Sustainability Plan. The District is dedicated to creating healthy, resilient, and environmentally responsible schools by integrating sustainable practices into design, construction, operations, and education.
Lomond and Mercer will be the next elementary schools to be renovated as part of the Long-Term Master Facilities Plan.