Long-Term Facilities Plan Update

January 16, 2026

Introduction

The Shaker Heights City School District is pleased to provide updates on the latest developments with various renovation projects as a part of the District’s Long-Term Master Facilities Plan. The District's commitment to enhancing the educational environment for students continues to drive these efforts.


Activating the Long-Term Master Facilities Plan has been well underway. Below are opportunities for engagement. If you have a question or comment on the facilities plan, please fill out this form. Share this newsletter with friends and neighbors in Shaker Heights! Subscribe to the facilities newsletter.

In this Message

  • Elementary School Renovation Update
  • Board Approves Woodbury GMP #4
  • Join Us at Meet the Architects in February

Elementary School Renovation Update


A District representative and architects from GPD Group and Robert P. Madison International presented information about the Lomond and Mercer renovations to the Board of Education earlier this week. Architects discussed the project timeline and scope of work. A member of the Communications team shared an engagement plan to gather community feedback and share design and construction updates. Click here to watch the January 13 Board of Education meeting.

Board Approves Woodbury GMP #4



The Board of Education approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) #4 from Gilbane Building Company for ongoing work on the Woodbury renovation and addition. GMP #4 includes masonry and structural steel for an amount not to exceed $13.25 million.

Join us at Meet the Architects in February


Please join us for two upcoming events to kick off the design phase for Lomond and Mercer! Architects from GPD Group and Robert P. Madison International will present information on the project timeline and scope of work. Members of the District Buildings & Grounds crew will provide guided tours of the buildings to show opportunities for improvements through the renovations. These events are open to the community, so bring your family and friends!


Lomond: Meet the Architects

Thursday, February 12

6-7:30 p.m.

Lomond Cafeteria/Auditorium


Mercer: Meet the Architects

Tuesday, February 17

6-7:30 p.m.

Mercer Cafeteria/Auditorium