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The final phase of the Mollenkompf Stadium Construction Project is scheduled to begin the week of Oct. 27, with the demolition of the nearly 100-year-old East side stands. 

There will be changes to the access from Atlantic Street towards the softball field. Two-way traffic will continue in a modified pattern and will be supported by a construction fence and construction barrels.

Please refer to the map for details.

WCS’ STEM program goes mobile with new traveling classroom

Warren City Schools on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, rolled out the district’s new Mobile STEM Lab with a preview of the classroom on wheels.

The mobile lab, which offers hands-on science, technology engineering and math education, is set to begin traveling among Warren’s five school buildings. 

It is housed in a 38-foot Freightliner chassis designed to bring hands-on, technology-rich learning experiences directly to students across the district. This state-of-the-art Mobile Stem Lab, made available through grant funding, is part of the district’s ongoing commitment to expanding opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education for all learners.

“This is a wonderful opportunity to expand STEM experiences to students throughout the school district and to build upon the existing STEM programs we already have in place,” said Danielle Miller, Supervisor of Technology, Warren City Schools. 

The Mobile STEM Lab features a 3D printing farm, a dedicated instructional area equipped with a 55-inch Interactive Smart Panel, and nine computer workstations, including a wheelchair-accessible workstation and lift to ensure inclusivity for all students. The lab will allow students to participate in engaging, age-appropriate lessons in computer science, robotics, 3D printing, and other emerging technologies.

By bringing advanced technology directly to schools, the Mobile STEM Lab expands access to innovative, hands-on learning and fosters creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration among students. Lessons and activities are designed to connect  learning to real-world applications, introducing students to potential career pathways in engineering, computer science, and technology innovation.

“The Warren City School District is excited to offer this outstanding learning opportunity to our students, like none other in our region,” said Superintendent/CEO Steve Chiaro. “We expect our Mobile STEM Lab to motivate and inspire learning in science, technology, engineering and mathematics for students of all ages across the district.”

Photos by Katie Statema 

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A board meeting will take place Tuesday, October 21sth at 6:00p.m. The meeting will be held on the second floor of the Warren G. Harding Student Recreation and Wellness Center, 860 Elm Rd. NE, Warren, OH 44483. This meeting is open to the public. Click the link below to view the live stream.

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Public participation (via email in advance) will be considered at wcsboard.participation@warrencityschools.org, questions, comments and concerns must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. the day prior to the meeting.  Submission must include name and address.

WARREN – For years, the Warren City School District has served thousands of students and their families through the district’s Raider Pantry Program.

What started as one pantry at the Willard PK-8 School, launched by then principal/campus leader Michelle Chiaro, over the years has blossomed into pantries at all of the district’s five schools. This week, the staff at Willard will saw a vision come to life as the school extended the program from campus to community.

The district’s new Mobile Food Pantry rolled into Trumbull Homes on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. Several members of the school staff assisted dozens of individuals stopped by the pantry on wheels and took the opportunity to choose food and other items available to them at no cost. The pantry will be stationed in front of the community center.

“This is a trial run for us,” explained Shaina Shardy, school community liaison at Willard. “We’ll see what works and what we need to work on and spend some time in the community taking suggestions from our families about what they need and what items would benefit them.”

The pantry was stocked with non-perishable food items, fresh produce, and toiletries made available to the school district through various donations. The vehicle has been made available through donations from Community Bus Service, the United Way of Trumbull County and the Cafaro family.

“United Way is proud to help bring healthy food directly to the neighborhoods of students and their families. By funding this mobile pantry, we’re breaking down barriers to access and ensuring every child has the nourishment they need to focus, learn, and thrive, both in and out
of the classroom,” said Christine Cope, President and CEO, United Way of Trumbull County.

Shardy, who sees the needs of the community first hand, has wanted to take the service to the community for a long time. She said the pantry on wheels was developed in response to the growing need for food assistance among local families and has been designed to deliver fresh nutritious food directly to neighborhoods in need.

“Everything is free and open to all families in need,” she said. “We prepare bags and boxes for families, but it’s hard sometimes for the students to carry those home. Sometimes parents will pick them up at the door, but not everyone can get to the school. This way, we can take supplies to our families. It’s something that’s been wanted and I believe needed for a long time.”

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Lincoln PK-8 School hosted its 2nd Annual Fall Film Festival Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025.

Some 500 guests were in attendance to watch a free movie and enjoy hot dogs, popcorn and bottled water.

Four Harding students-athletes are among the preseason contenders for the WKBN Big 22. 

They are Rai’twan Hill, Matt Richardson, James Jones and Zay’vion Smith.

This year marks the 20th season for the WKBN Big 22 high school football award.

At the end of the season, 22 of the best high school players from the 57 local teams are recognized. They are chosen by the head coaches and members of the local media.

Learn more about each contender:

• Rai’twan Hill

• Matt Richardson

• James Jones

• Zay’vion Smith

A board meeting will take place Tuesday, September 23rd at 6:00p.m. The meeting will be held on the second floor of the Warren G. Harding Student Recreation and Wellness Center, 860 Elm Rd. NE, Warren, OH 44483. This meeting is open to the public. Click the link below to view the live stream.

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Closed Captioning is auto generated and not considered official record.

Public participation (via email in advance) will be considered at wcsboard.participation@warrencityschools.org, questions, comments and concerns must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. the day prior to the meeting.  Submission must include name and address.

This Year’s Nomination Deadline Is Nov. 15

WARREN – The Board of Directors of the Warren City Schools’ Foundation and the Committee of the Warren High Schools’ Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the Class of 2026.

“Outstanding graduates” will be inducted at the 34th Annual Awards Dinner in Spring 2026 at Warren G. Harding High School. The nomination deadline is Nov. 15.

The honorees will be those graduates who have made significant contributions in their fields, as well as society, the state or on a global scale. Each nominee must be a graduate of one of the three Warren public high schools:  Warren High School, Warren G. Harding High School or Warren Western Reserve High School.

Anyone who knows a well-qualified or deserving graduate who has been out of high school for at least 12 years may fill out a nomination form available at the Board of Education Office.

To nominate an outstanding graduate:

• Pick up a nomination form at the Board of Education Office, 105 High Street NW, Warren, Ohio 44481.
• Download the NOMINATION FORM HERE and, once completed, bring it or mail it to Alumni Hall of Fame, 105 High Street NW, Warren, Ohio 44481.
• Complete the NOMINATION FORM ONLINE and submit it electronically through the Warren City Schools’ website at  warrencityschools.org under Alumni Hall of Fame.

Warren City Schools, in collaboration with the United Way of Trumbull County, will host the district’s first Rooftop Rally on Friday, Sept. 26, at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center.

The rootop will give spectators the best seat in the house when the Harding Raiders host Erie McDowell. The $25 ticket includes pre-game tailgate food and beverage provided by AVI Foodsystems starting at 6 p.m., and game entry. All proceeds will go to support Warren’s Raider Pantry Program.

Tickets are limited and may be purchased through Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, via this link: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/E0_agw?vid=1l975l.

Warren City Schools Superintendent/CEO Steve Chiaro’s Sept. 10, 2025, message.