Akron Public Schools is proposing closing Robinson Community Learning Center as an elementary school in order for the building to become the new home for STEM High School.
Students at Robinson, located just east of downtown, would be rezoned to David Hill and Mason community learning centers, keeping them within the East cluster of schools. Students could also open enroll to another school within the district, but would have to provide their own transportation if they don’t choose David Hill or Mason. District administrators said they would reopen the already closed open enrollment process for students affected by redistricting.
If approved, the change would take place next school year. Robinson has about 280 students this year. As an elementary school, it can hold more than 400 students.
The building would have to be outfitted to fit a high school, especially one as specific as STEM High, which has additional offerings, including a robotics team. That cost is estimated at $500,000 to $1 million.