Soda Springs School District #150 Proposes Bond for New High School and Elementary Additions
The Soda Springs School District #150 continually monitors the functional condition and projected lifespan of existing facilities, as well as the capacity and projected student growth at each school. Based on current circumstances, the district has announced plans to seek a bond to fund the construction of a new high school and an expansion to Thirkill Elementary School.
The bond proposal includes funding for a replacement high school, situated on the existing high school property, which will be designed to meet current educational needs. Benefits of a new high school include additional classroom spaces and the elimination of detached modular classrooms, added security measures, student commons/cafeteria, functional and efficient heating and cooling, ADA upgrades, additional gymnasium, higher capacity auditorium, more parking and revised vehicle/bus circulation to provide better access in and out of the high school.
In addition to a new high school, the bond will finance an expansion at Thirkill Elementary. Additional classrooms at Thirkill will facilitate moving 5th grade students from the middle school into the elementary school. The expansion will also include a new gymnasium which is being designed to benefit both the elementary school students and community programs. Finally, the project will enhance parking as well as parent and bus drop-off/pick-up.
To inform the public and answer any questions, the district will hold a community meeting on September 19th at 7:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium. During the meeting, district officials will provide details about the bond proposal and how it will impact local taxpayers. They will also discuss the expected timeline for design, construction and how the new facilities will benefit the district’s plan for continuous improvement.
We encourage all members of the community to attend this meeting. It’s important for residents to understand the impact this bond can have on our schools and our community.
The Soda Springs School District is committed to transparency and ensuring that voters are fully informed before the bond election on November 5th.
For more information about the bond proposal or the community meeting, residents can visit the district’s website or contact the school district office.
Community Meeting Details:
• What: Community meeting to discuss the proposed bond for a new high school and additions to Thirkill Elementary
• When: September 19th, 7:00 p.m.
• Where: Soda Springs High School Auditorium
