Our community approved two capital projects in 2021 and 2024, providing major renovations and additions at both Iroquois and Van Antwerp middle schools. The work supports the district’s vision for a high-quality middle school experience and is an important part of the overall capital improvement plan. The 2024 project also includes upgrades to elementary spaces.
Construction at Iroquois was completed and the building was rededicated in November 2025, and significant renovations at Van Antwerp are ahead of schedule. VA will be open for all students in grades 5-6 beginning in fall 2027.
Library
The new Van Antwerp library media center will be spacious, airy and inviting. It will include a full-size classroom, a reading corner and reading nooks, and has a better layout.
Music suite
Our students will have access to a music suite for both ensemble rehearsal and individual/small group practice.
Cafeteria
A larger, more open cafeteria is being constructed. It will include windows and more natural light, as well as improved accessibility and a new kitchen and serving line. The new space is flexible and can be used for gathering purposes as well.
Classroom updates
Refreshed learning spaces await our VA students throughout the building, including new paint, flooring and casework.
Planning for elementary school updates is underway
District leaders have started planning for updates to elementary school cafeterias, library media centers, gyms and outdoor pavilions, which were included in the capital project approved by voters in 2024.
The board of education is expected to approve bids for the elementary work at its December meeting, and construction is expected during 2027 and 2028.
This rendering is an example of the planned updates to the library media centers in each of the district’s five elementary schools.
More information about the district’s capital project work and reimagining middle level education is available on our website.