A New Leader for Rocky River Schools

From his first day in August 2025 as the new superintendent of the Rocky River City School District, Adham Schirg experienced “the depth of pride, tradition and history that defines the community.” Those aspects are both exciting and humbling, says the administrator, who previously was superintendent of Fairbanks Local School District in Union County for six years.

“From Beach Preschool to Kensington Intermediate School, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary next year, our schools are community landmarks that hold deep meaning for generations of residents,” says Schirg. 

Throughout his career in education, Schirg has served as a principal, assistant principal, athletic director, dean of students, social studies teacher and girls and boys soccer coach. His positions included those in both the Worthington City Schools and Westerville City Schools. 

Currently, Schirg is a doctoral candidate in education/educational leadership and policy at Ohio’s Miami University. He also holds master’s and bachelor’s degrees from The Ohio State University. He and his wife, Mary, now live in Rocky River and have daughters who attend the middle school, high school and the University of Cincinnati.  

Schirg believes his passion for building community vision through collaboration, communication and connection will help maintain and progress Rocky River’s goals. And, speaking of goals — “Soccer has always been a lifelong passion of mine,” says Schirg. “I’ve played since I was 5 years old and continued coaching well into my adult life before moving into school administration. I am still looking for a local team to join, so if anyone needs an extra player, please let me know.”