THE PLAN

On Aug. 9, 2022, Kimball area voters approved a referendum to address critical facility needs.

This $8.1 million investment will provide:

Improved safety and security at both schools

Remodeled, controlled entrances will require all visitors to enter the main offices prior to gaining access to each school building.

Dedicated space for early childhood programs at Kimball Elementary school

The 8,000-square-foot-addition will provide four new classrooms, accessible restroom facilities, offices, space for motor skills development, space for parent education and storage for preschool and ECFE programming.

With the addition of the early childhood space, three existing classrooms at the elementary school will be converted into a dedicated cafeteria for the elementary school.

Dedicated cafeteria space at the elementary school

A dedicated elementary cafeteria will create space for eating lunch. This will alleviate stress on maintenance staff and allow for better monitoring of students. The cafeteria will also become the new “home” for Cubs Club, the district’s school-aged childcare program.

Dedicated physical education space at the elementary school

With a dedicated cafeteria separate from the gym, students and staff will be able to use the current gym space at all times of day for physical education classes. This will open new opportunities for activities and better support indoor recess.

Dedicated gathering space for visiting sports teams at the high school

A new, dedicated gathering space for visiting sports teams and officials will prevent delays in access to locker rooms and restroom amenities.

Improved program space for science and FACS curriculum at the high school

Renovating the existing FACS classroom and three science classrooms at the high school will improve hands-on learning, increase flexibility and provide modern equipment for instruction. With an updated layout and new furniture, the science areas will have the ability to easily switch between lab and lecture functions.

Repurposed Indoor Air Quality bonds for $2 million as a result of cost savings

The district will contribute the $2 million savings from the indoor air quality project toward the renovations included in the referendum. This funding is separate from the $8.1 million in new revenue.

The timing of the bids for the indoor air quality project in late 2020 allowed the district to realize a substantial savings of $2 million in the competitive bid environment of the pandemic. Per state statute, the district requested voter approval to repurpose these funds.

Project Renderings

Project renderings are courtesy of ATS&R.

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