Warren City Schools and the American Red Cross have teamed up to offer swim lesson for children between the ages of 3 and 14.
Registration is open now.
Download the Flyers and Registration Forms here:
Fueling the Future: Berk Enterprises & Wheatland Tube donations give WCS strong start to 2026-2027
Berk Enterprises Inc. and Wheatland Tube each gave Warren City Schools a corporate boost to start the 2026-2027 school year.
A team from the school district received school supply donations from the two Warren companies that were large enough to pack a conference room at the Warren City Schools Board of Education Office. The donations included notebooks, pencils, back packs and other school supplies.
WELCOME BACK! WCS Kicks off 2026-2027 by welcoming students on their 1st day
The Warren City School District kicked off the 2026-2027 school year on Monday, Aug. 24, with what has now become a longstanding tradition: Greeting students at the door.
District staff – including teachers and administrators – and community leaders and volunteers met students at the school doors to encourage them, with some saying, “Have a great first day and a great year!”
Students were greeted with handshakes and high fives as community members rallied to show WCS students their support.
WCSD adds new bag policy, puts Mollenkopf protocols in place before start of 2026 Raider Football game season
WARREN – In preparation for the 2026 Raider Football Season, the Warren City School District has put several protocols into place to ensure the safety and well being of all students, families, staff and community members attending games at Mollenkopf Stadium.
New this year is the district’s bag policy:
- Clear bags are permitted.
- No book bags or large purses are permitted into events. Small clutches/wristlets smaller than 4.5” x 6.5” are permitted.
- Diaper bags are permitted when carried by an adult with an infant. All items brought into the facility are subject to search and inspection. Athletic balls, toys, or other items that can be thrown or compromise safety are prohibited.
Per Athletic Director Tim Porter, “the goal is to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. These protocols are designed to help us create a secure environment while ensuring that students, families, staff and community members can enjoy Raider football games. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation and support as we work together to make Mollenkopf Stadium a safe and welcoming place for all.”
For a complete list of protocols, refer to Athletic Director Tim Porter’s Aug. 20, 2026, letter to Warren families.
Here are some key points:
- Tickets must be purchased either at the cash gate or through Hometown Ticketing prior to entering Mollenkopf Stadium.
- Students in grades 9–12 who attend an event without their families should sit in the designated student section, marked with gold paint and appropriate signage.
- Only WCS students will be permitted to enter the stadium on the Home Side and sit in the studentsection. Visiting students must enter at the Atlan
- Only WCS students will be permitted to enter the stadium on the Home Side and sit in the student section. Visiting students must enter at the Atlantic Street Visitors’ Gate and sit in the Visitors’ Stands.
Students in grades PK-8 must:
- Be accompanied by an adult;
- Report to the tent by the Paul Warfield Statue, located at the home side of the stadium, along with their accompanying adult;
- Go to the student’s school table where they must provide the student’s name and the adult’s contact information. Each person will receive a wrist band that must be worn to enter the stadium;
- Sit throughout the game with the adult(s) with whom they entered the game. If any students are repeatedly unsupervised at the game a school administrator will contact the accompanying adult and both the student and adult will be asked to leave the stadium.
- Students removed from a game will not be permitted to attend any other 2026 home football games.
Hundreds flock to Courthouse Square for WCS Back to School Celebration
Attendance was at an all-time high on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, for Warren City Schools annual Back to School Celebration at Courthouse Square in Downtown Warren.
The event, in its 14th year, drew students and families from each of the district’s five school buildings. The celebration featured games, refreshments, raffles, and performances by the Raider Marching Band and Cheerleaders.
Here are some highlights:
WCS Back to School Celebration set for Aug. 19 at Courthouse Square
Warren City Schools will once again host the district’s annual Back to School Celebration in Downtown Warren at Courthouse Square on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Students, parents, teachers and school administrators will gather to celebrate the start of another successful school year in Warren City Schools. Refreshments will be provided and the event will feature games, raffles and entertainment.
Regular Board Meeting Schedule Change
The Regular Board Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, 2026, is being rescheduled to Tuesday, July 28, 2026, with the time and location remaining the same, 6:00 pm start at the WCS BOE.
Additionally, the Regular Board Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, 2026, has been cancelled. The Board will resume its prior schedule with the Regular Board Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026, starting at 6:00 pm at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center.
Summer Meal Distribution
2026 SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM
June 1 – August 14, 2026
Friendship Baptist Church, 1954 Brier, Warren *June 2nd thru June 5th*
Supper: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Highland Terrace Community Center, 377 Lane SW, Warren Lunch: 11:30 am – 12:00 pm
Jefferson PK-8,1543 Tod Ave SW, Warren Breakfast: 7:45 am – 9:15 am
Lunch: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Lincoln PK-8, 2253 Atlantic St, Warren Breakfast: 7:45 am – 9:15 am
Lunch: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
McGuffey PK-8,3465 Tod Ave NW, Warren Breakfast: 7:45 am – 9:15 am
Lunch: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Packard Park, 1703 Mahoning Ave, Warren Lunch: 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Royal Mall, 35 Royal Mall, Niles Lunch: 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
TriYouCares,239 Main Ave SW, Warren Breakfast: 9:00 am to 9:30 am
Lunch: 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Warren Heights, 504 Douglas NW, Warren Lunch: 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Warren Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave, Warren
Lunch: 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm
Warren G. Harding High School, 860 Elm Road, Warren Breakfast: 7:30 am – 9:15 am
Lunch: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Willard PK-8,2020 Willard Ave, Warren Breakfast: 7:45 am – 9:15 pm
Lunch: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Mobile STEM Lab- Named Vehicle of the Year 2025!
We are proud to announce that Warren City Schools’ Mobile STEM Lab has been recognized as the Farber Specialty Vehicles 2025 Vehicle of the Year.
This national recognition honors innovative vehicles making a meaningful impact in their communities. More than 11,000 votes were cast nationwide during the bracket-style competition, with Warren City Schools earning the top honor.
The award highlights our district’s commitment to expanding STEM education opportunities and providing students with hands-on learning experiences that build critical thinking, collaboration, and career-readiness skills.
WCSD showcases student creativity at annual districtwide art show
The Warren City School District’s 11th Annual Student Art Show drew at least 500 community members, students and school leaders to Warren G. Harding High School on Friday, May 1, 2026.
The event featured student artwork representing grades Kindergarten through 12, with preschool classes also participating by showcasing student artwork and offering hands‑on art activities for attendees.
In addition to the district’s visual arts programs, works from several Warren G. Harding programs were also highlighted, including:
- WSCN
- Robotics Classes
- Wood Shop
- Metal Shop
- Music Production Seniors
Warren City Mayor Doug Franklin, was in attendance and selected a piece by Aw’Unique May, a student from Lincoln, for the Mayor’s Award.
Warren City Schools Superintendent/CEO Steve Chiaro selected a piece by Penny Benner, a student from Willard, for the Superintendent’s Award.
Amariah Carter, a WGH senior, was selected for the SMARTS Award, which is presented to an outstanding artist rather than for a specific piece of artwork.
Ataylia Allen, a WGH student, received Best in Show for a ceramic sculptural piece she created.
(KJ Statema photo)
