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One year ago, Wyoming leaders were in New York to sell $72.5 million in bonds to build three new primary schools.  

This week, Hilltop Primary School is officially Out to Bid!

We've seen incredible interest from our construction partners:

• Over 40 interested contractors recently attended the pre-bid meeting, hosted by HGC, our construction management company.
• Nearly 80 bid packages are due by the end of the month.

We anticipate awarding contracts in mid-April. 

Dear Wyoming Staff and Community,

January and February have brought steady progress across our primary facilities projects. From design refinement to formal approvals, we continue moving thoughtfully toward new learning environments for our youngest Cowboys.

Below are key updates as we continue Building What Matters.

Primary Facilities Core Team Update:
The Primary Facilities Core Team met on February 4 and February 18. District leaders, our architect, construction manager, and partners reviewed several important topics, including:

• Elm environmental graphics
• The Hilltop retaining wall near the water reservoir
• Vermont site plan and exterior updates ahead of the March 9 Design Workshop
• Front office security and entry systems across all new primary buildings

This ongoing collaboration ensures careful planning and alignment with community priorities.

Elm Primary School Update:
The City of Wyoming has officially approved the use of the Presbyterian Church of Wyoming as the temporary school site during Elm’s construction. This approval represents more than a logistical step forward; it highlights an incredible partnership between the church and our district. We are grateful for their willingness to provide welcoming, high-quality learning spaces for Elm students during this transition.

Hilltop Primary School Update:
On February 17, the City of Wyoming approved the development plan for Hilltop following the third and final City Council reading. This important milestone allows construction to continue moving forward.

What’s Next at Hilltop: April will take us through the bid process. In May, crews will begin foundation work; excavating for footings, placing rebar, and pouring concrete to form the structural base of the building. This will mark the transition from site preparation to vertical construction. As the foundation takes shape, the physical footprint of Hilltop will become clearly visible on the site.

Vermont Primary School Update:
The second Vermont Design Workshop is scheduled for Monday, March 9, with an Open House at 6:00 p.m. and the Design Workshop beginning at 6:30 p.m. These sessions allow staff and community members to provide feedback on the building’s design. The open house offers an opportunity to walk through Vermont School beforehand and reflect on features to retain, improve, or reimagine in the new design.

The Wyoming City School District, Board of Education ("Owner") is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (RFQ) and Pricing and Technical Proposals (RFP) for Design-Build Firms interested in providing design and construction services for the Owner's 'Wyoming HS HVAC 2026 - Phase 3 Project' ("Project"), in accordance with R.C. 153.65 through 153.73. Click here for more information.

Physical submissions must be received by Ronda Johnson, Treasurer, Wyoming City School District, 420 Springfield Pike, Wyoming, OH 45215 no later than 12:00 p.m. (EST) on February 20, 2026.

Questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to Charlie Jahnigen, AIA, cjahnigen@shp.com no later than 3:00 p.m. (EST) on February 17, 2026. Material responses will be issued via addendum.

Tremendous work is done across our Wyoming school community to create extraordinary opportunities for students. Wyoming High School Teacher Keith Jordan exemplifies excellence in his work to empower Wyoming High School students with the knowledge, perspective, and skills essential for success. 

In his work, Mr. Jordan:

• Promotes a growth mindset in teaching, learning & professional development.
• Is committed to character.
• Creates active and engaging learning experiences and environments for students.
• Values student, teacher, family, and community member relationships.
• Recognizes the positive contributions of all team members.
• Supports student and staff member social and emotional well-being.
• Works to develop the skills necessary to meet the needs of our learners.

In the words of students and staff members who nominated Mr. Jordan for the WCS Impact Award:

Keith Jordan consistently goes above and beyond to help students navigate the many challenges in their lives.

When Mr. Jordan explains anything to me, I find it easy to follow along and understand the topic better.

Keith ensures that his students successfully navigate high school, stay on track to complete their recovery credits, and maintain their grades and complete work in their original credit courses.

In the hallway, Mr. Jordan always makes sure to say hi or ask how your day has been.

Keith approaches student mental health and their personal challenges with compassion, humor, and an unwaveringly positive attitude.

Mr. Jordan has definitely helped throughout my time being at the school as a new student, making sure to make me feel included and acknowledged in class, at lunch, or just in the hallway.

He is a trusted adult for many of our students who need support, often being the first to recognize and report potential emotional, social, or physical concerns.

Mr. Jordan has helped me countless times.

Keith is an essential extension of the counseling department, bridging academic recovery and student well-being. Each year, his dedication and persistence quite literally sustain Wyoming High School’s graduation rate.

Mr. Jordan is very patient with his students and a great overall teacher.

His care for his students and his colleagues reflects the very best of what it means to be an educator at Wyoming High School.

The WCS Impact Award recognizes staff members who are making a positive impact in the lives of the students, families, and staff of Wyoming City Schools. Please use the link below to complete a brief form to nominate a WCS staff member to be recognized for their exemplary work to empower students and other staff members to be their very best:

Impact Award: Educator Nomination Form

Wyoming High School is proud to announce that three of our students have been named Commended Students in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program. Lucy Ihnen, Natalie Martell and Liam Smith earned this honor by demonstrating exceptional academic achievement on the 2024 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).

Commended Students represent approximately the top 3–4% of over 1.5 million students who took the PSAT/NMSQT. These students and our 6 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists demonstrate strong academic promise and a dedication to excellence!