Elyria Schools Continue $9 Million Reduction Plan as Officials Weigh Possible Levy
Elyria City Schools officials provided an update on the district’s ongoing $9 million reduction plan during the April 1 Board of Education meeting, while also signaling that a potential levy could be considered later this year. Treasurer Colleen Aholt told board members that cost-saving measures tied to personnel changes and Continue Reading
Lorain Schools Issue Layoff Notices to 106 Teachers as Cuts Take Effect
Lorain City Schools began issuing layoff notices this week to more than 100 teachers, marking a significant step in previously announced districtwide staffing cuts tied to ongoing budget challenges. According to union leadership, a total of 167 positions are being eliminated across the district, including 106 teaching positions. The majority Continue Reading
Elyria High Lockdown Issued After Threat Student Flees and Is Captured by Police
ELYRIA — Elyria High School was placed on lockdown Thursday after a reported threat involving a student prompted a police response, according to the Elyria Police Department. Police said a School Resource Officer received information around 11:55 a.m. regarding a potential threat involving a high school student. The officer responded Continue Reading
School Districts Report Major Financial Losses During Lorain County Budget Meeting
LORAIN — School districts across Lorain County reported significant financial losses and growing concerns about future funding during a recent meeting of the Lorain County Budget Commission, where officials reviewed school budgets for the upcoming fiscal period. The meeting, held as part of the county’s annual budget process, brought together Continue Reading
Lockdown at Lorain Middle School Prompts Police Response Thursday
LORAIN — A lockdown was issued Thursday at General Johnnie Wilson Middle School after an incident inside the building prompted a police response. According to Lorain Police, officers were called to the school at approximately 11:26 a.m. on March 26, 2026, for a reported fight in progress. Police said an Continue Reading
Lorain School Board Members Clash During Meeting Over Public Comment
LORAIN — A disagreement between Lorain City School District Board of Education members unfolded during a recent meeting following public comments from multiple speakers addressing district communication and staffing concerns. The exchange followed criticism from Julie Garcia, president of the Lorain Education Association, who spoke about a statement she said Continue Reading
After Eliminating 48 Positions, Amherst Schools Ask Voters for New Tax
Amherst Schools officials say the district is facing continued financial pressure even after making millions in cuts, and are now asking voters to approve a new income tax to stabilize operations. The district will place a 0.75% earned income tax, known as Issue 1, on the May ballot. If approved, Continue Reading
Lorain Schools Outline Cuts, Warn of $8M additional if Levy Fails
Lorain City Schools officials say the district has already begun making cuts and could face up to $8 million more in reductions if voters do not approve a new levy this May. At a recent Board of Education meeting, the district approved a financial plan to submit to the Ohio Continue Reading
Larkmoor Elementary Placed on Temporary Lockdown Monday
Lorain City Schools says Larkmoor Elementary School was placed on a temporary lockdown Monday, March 16, after a situation in the surrounding area required a police presence nearby. District officials said the school entered lockdown out of an abundance of caution while the situation outside the building was being assessed. Continue Reading
Lorain City Schools warns of large teacher reduction as May 5 levy heads to voters
LORAIN — Lorain City Schools officials used a Feb. 26 special board meeting at Lorain High School to explain what they described as a rapidly shifting financial situation, outline a district restructuring plan, and preview an 11-mill levy that will appear on the May 5 ballot. Superintendent Dr. Jeff Graham Continue Reading