TWINSBURG, Ohio – The Twinsburg City School District Board of Education has reached a pivotal milestone in its search for a new leader, officially naming Shelley Monachino and Dr. Sandy Womack Jr. as the two finalists for the superintendent position. Following a comprehensive national search conducted alongside the firm Finding Leaders, the Board narrowed a pool of five initial interviewees down to these two experienced educators. The selection process now enters its final phase, which heavily emphasizes community engagement and stakeholder feedback.
Finalist Profiles and Professional Backgrounds
Shelley Monachino currently serves as the Superintendent of Springfield Local Schools in Summit County. Her tenure has been defined by a focus on strategic planning and organizational stability, with a reputation for building strong relationships between the district and its families. Throughout her career, Monachino has led initiatives specifically designed to support student achievement while maintaining a steady hand on district operations.
Dr. Sandy Womack Jr. enters the final round as a recently retired educational leader who most recently served as a Region Superintendent and Urban School Transformation Specialist with Columbus City Schools. Dr. Womack is recognized for his expertise in improving academic outcomes and strengthening school performance across diverse communities. His career has centered on building robust systems that support educators and ensure long-term student success through targeted transformation strategies.
Community Engagement and Town Hall Logistics
The Board of Education has prioritized transparency throughout this search, culminating in a Community Town Hall scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the Twinsburg High School Auditorium. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., with a dedicated window for question submission starting at 5:45 p.m. The formal program will run from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., facilitated by Finding Leaders. This forum is designed to allow residents, parents, and staff to hear directly from the candidates before the Board makes its final decision.
Board President Rhonda Crawford emphasized that hearing from the community is essential to the selection process. “Our Board felt it was very important to create opportunities for our students, staff, and community members to have a voice,” Crawford stated. Following the town hall and a final round of interviews, the Board plans to announce the new superintendent shortly thereafter, marking a new chapter for Twinsburg City Schools.