Buchtel High School opened in 1931 and is named after Akron industrialist and philanthropist John R. Buchtel, who helped to organize and finance a number of early Akron firms, including the Goodrich Corporation.
Buchtel High School opened in 1931 and is named after John R. Buchtel, an influential figure in Akron's business history, who helped to launch and finance numerous early businesses in the city, including the Goodrich Corporation.