Facilities Challenges

Financial and Facility Crossroads

The school is at a financial and facility crossroads; community investment is needed to ensure a strong future for our school. We face significant operational and facility challenges that we must address soon.

Facility crossroads: “New school” is showing its age

Because our “new school” is 30-years-old, some major maintenance work is required to keep it going for the next 30 years. Major components of our infrastructure are at the end of their useful life. We’ve completed some updates, but do not have the funds available to take care of the rest.

Virtual Tour - Facility Issues in Photos

Facilities Challenges

• The last remaining section of the original roof is in very poor condition and needs to be replaced. It has recently received emergency repairs to keep water out, but those repairs will only last a year. 
• Many of the skylights leak and need to be replaced or covered over to prevent water infiltration. 
• Building entrances do not currently meet Minnesota Department of Education safety and security standards. 
• For the last two years we’ve been unable to host track meets as track facilities have deteriorated due to drainage issues and age.
• The playground is old, worn and tired.
• Mechanical upgrades are needed in several areas including: the main and small gyms, locker rooms, pool, commons, and auditorium.
• Drainage on our school grounds is a challenge. Ditches and dry wells should be cleaned out to prevent flooding issues.
• The pool is in need of upgrades, including the filtration system, gutter maintenance, and resurfacing.​