Rossford Schools to Build New Middle School Without Taxpayer Cost

Rossford, Ohio — In a significant development for the Rossford Schools district, plans for a new $35 million middle school were revealed during a recent board of education facilities committee meeting. The new Rossford Middle School, slated to serve fourth through sixth graders, will be constructed on a plot of land off Lime City Road, with no financial burden placed on taxpayers.

Superintendent Dan Creps outlined the district’s strong financial position, noting that the school’s funding is derived from sources such as enterprise zone agreements with local companies, including First Solar and the Amazon fulfillment centers in the area. These partnerships, along with ongoing commercial developments, have led to an increase in the local student population, prompting the need for additional educational space.

“We’re positioning for the future,” Creps said. “We’re in a very strong financial space. We know our enrollment is growing, and our programming is expanding. This is the perfect time to move forward with this project.”

The new middle school will be strategically located between the district’s elementary school and The R, a multipurpose facility built in 2023, also without taxpayer funding. The site selection aims to streamline traffic flow, enhance safety and security, and maintain proximity to existing district infrastructure.

The decision to build the new school comes as Rossford continues to experience growth in both population and academic offerings. With new housing developments and additional businesses expected in the area, the district is planning ahead to accommodate future demand.

“With the growth in enrollment and the expanded programming to meet the needs of our current students, this is a proactive move,” Creps said. “We didn’t want to look back in a few years and say, ‘I wish we had taken action sooner.’”

The middle school is part of a broader effort to provide high-quality educational opportunities while ensuring fiscal responsibility. Creps emphasized that the district’s ability to fund the project without relying on taxpayers is a testament to the community’s strength and the district’s careful financial management.

Construction on the new school is set to begin in the coming years, with a projected opening date of January 2028. The district remains committed to providing a safe, efficient, and modern learning environment for students as Rossford continues to grow and evolve.