HISTORY OF STOW-MUNROE FALLS SCHOOLS
A Community Rooted in History and ExcellenceNestled in the heart of Summit County, Stow, Ohio is a vibrant community with deep historical roots and a strong tradition of educational excellence. Founded in 1804 and officially incorporated in 1957, Stow began as a small settlement named after Joshua Stow, one of the original investors in the Connecticut Western Reserve. Over the decades, Stow has grown from rural farmland into a thriving suburban city known for its family-friendly atmosphere, scenic parks, and strong civic pride.
The Stow-Munroe Falls City School District has been an integral part of the community’s development and success. With a commitment to academic rigor, innovation, and student-centered learning, the district has evolved to serve thousands of students across multiple campuses—from early childhood education to high school graduation. The district’s legacy is built on a foundation of dedicated educators, supportive families, and engaged community members who work together to inspire and empower every learner. As the city and district continue to grow, they remain deeply connected to the values of excellence, inclusion, and opportunity that have shaped Stow for generations.
MISSION
Our Mission is to Provide a 21st Century Education Empowering Each Learner to Be a Self-Motivated Successful Citizen in a Global Society
CORE BELIEFS
The purpose of schooling is to ensure that each child, regardless of background, learns to think, reason and use his or her mind well.
The school district is organized to encourage children to use knowledge to solve problems rather than passively absorb knowledge to be used at some other time.
District-level staff supports initiatives from the school buildings that are designed to produce better results for students.
Teachers are viewed as leaders: their primary job is to engage students in significant activity that results in learning.
One of the most critical jobs of the superintendent is to develop a vision of the future and to initiate action toward that vision.