Series 2 (2023-25)
In June 2023, construction started at Horizon Elementary School. We’re excited to see progress on that project, which includes
- Critical building and security upgrades and enhancements
- A new gymnasium
- New kindergarten classrooms.
Also as part of this phase, the district is accepting bids for a brand-new Dimondale Elementary School.
Details of the Improvement Plans
Horizon Elementary
Critical Infrastructure
- Improving HVAC systems, including adding air conditioning
- Replacing pavement, sidewalks, and curbs
- Improving interior and exterior lighting and controls
- Upgrading electrical distribution
- Upgrading Building Management Systems
Safety & Security
- Remodeling secure building entrance
- Replacing selective door hardware
- Improving playground
- Improving site traffic safety and flow for pedestrian safety
Learning Environments
- Constructing gymnasium/ multi-purpose room addition
- Constructing classroom addition
- Replacing classroom, office, and media center furniture and equipment
- Upgrading flooring, ceilings, and cabinetry
- Upgrading instructional technology and student devices
- Upgrading classroom audiovisual equipment
- Transition to grades K - 5
Innovation
- Modernize facilities to maximize educational opportunities, flexibility, and safety while considering environmental sustainability and future operating costs
Dimondale Elementary
Critical Infrastructure
- Constructing new parking lots, drives, and walkways
Safety & Security
- Constructing a new playground
- Improving site traffic safety and flow for pedestrian safety
Learning Environments
- Constructing new K-5 Elementary School, including new classroom furniture and equipment
- Upgrading instructional technology, student devices, and classroom audiovisual equipment
- Transition to grades K - 5
Innovation
- Creating facilities to maximize educational opportunities, flexibility, and safety while considering environmental sustainability and future operating costs