iSTEM to Relocate to Auburn Career Center Campus, Expanding Opportunities Through Regional Collaboration
Concord Township, Ohio — iSTEM and Auburn Career Center are proud to jointly announce
that iSTEM will relocate its campus to the Auburn Career Center beginning in the 2026–2027
school year. This decision, officially approved by both the iSTEM and Auburn Governing
Boards, follows a thoughtful and strategic process to identify the best long-term opportunity for
students, staff, and the broader community.
This move represents a significant advancement for iSTEM students and families, expanding
access to high-quality programming, enhanced facilities, and a broader network of educational
opportunities—all while preserving the innovative, student-centered model that defines iSTEM.
By relocating to Auburn’s campus, iSTEM students will gain direct access to Auburn Career
Center’s state-of-the-art labs, career-technical programs, and hands-on learning
environments—creating new pathways that connect STEM education to real-world careers.
Additionally, students will benefit from expanded College Credit Plus opportunities through the
Lake Erie College satellite campus at Auburn, set to open in Fall 2026, allowing iSTEM
students to earn college credits on-site in a seamless and accessible way.
“This move is about expanding what’s possible for iSTEM students,” said Allen Wilson,
Superintendent of iSTEM. “By joining Auburn’s campus, our students will have access to an
incredible range of career pathways, college coursework through Lake Erie College, and a
collaborative learning environment that strengthens everything we do, while staying true to
iSTEM’s core mission.”
The relocation also significantly improves accessibility. With iSTEM located on the Auburn
campus, students will be able to utilize transportation provided by their home school
districts—removing a long-standing barrier to participation and opening doors for more
students across the region.
In addition to the direct benefits for iSTEM, this partnership further strengthens Auburn Career
Center’s role as a regional hub for innovation and shared services. The Auburn Career Center
campus will now bring together iSTEM, Auburn Career Center, the Educational Service Center
(ESC) of the Western Reserve, NEOnet (Northeast Ohio Network for Educational Technology),
the Lake Erie College satellite campus launching in Fall 2026, and the Ohio Department of
Education and Workforce State Support Team Region 4, which supports all school districts in
Lake and Geauga counties. This unique alignment demonstrates how collaborative models can
reduce costs, increase efficiency, and expand access to services for schools and communities.
“This partnership represents the future of education—where collaboration drives opportunity,”
said Dr. Joe Glavan, Superintendent of Auburn Career Center. “With iSTEM joining our
campus, Lake Erie College launching this fall, and our strong network of regional partners, we
are building a connected ecosystem that allows students to move seamlessly from high school
to career training to college—all in one place. At the same time, we are demonstrating how
organizations can work together to lower costs and deliver greater value to our communities.”
Both organizations are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for students, families, and
staff. Additional details regarding logistics, programming, and timelines will be shared in the
coming months.
This partnership underscores the power of regional collaboration and highlights how innovative
partnerships can expand access, improve efficiency, and better prepare students for success in
college, careers, and beyond.