Olentangy Schools will host a grand opening ceremony and celebration for the district’s 17th elementary school, Peachblow Crossing Elementary School, on Sunday, August 11 beginning at 1:00pm.

“The opportunity to open Peachblow Crossing is a gift, and I am grateful and proud of the work of our Olentangy staff, partners, and community that has led to this day,” shared principal Katie Grijak. “There is so much joy and excitement. This school is an essential addition to our district and this growing segment of Berlin Township. Our staff are eager to open the doors and welcome our students and community to Peachblow Crossing Elementary!”

The event will take place outside the school, with Olentangy transportation shuttling guests to and from Peachblow Crossing Elementary from Arrowhead Elementary. Guests should plan to park at Arrowhead Elementary, east of Piatt Road at the corner of Piatt and Hollenbeck Roads, for the shuttle.

The event will begin with a program and ceremonial ribbon cutting, followed by tours of the 83,000-square foot building, food trucks, and activities for students and families. 

The approximate $31.6 million project was made possible by voter approval in the spring of 2020 responding to the exponential growth in the Olentangy school district and Delaware County. The bond issue portion of the ballot request funded the construction of Shale Meadows Elementary School (opened in fall 2021), Berlin Middle School (opened in fall 2023), and Peachblow Crossing Elementary School. Peachblow Crossing Elementary is located at 4222 Piatt Road at the intersection of Peachblow and Piatt Roads in Berlin Township on land donated by Evans Farm.