KAUKAUNA — Voters on Tuesday approved a $198 million long-range facilities plan designed to address needs across the district, including construction of a new middle school.
Voting yes to approve the referendum: 11,377
Voting no to turn down the referendum: 6,563
The plan will enable the district to:
- Build a new, innovative middle school to replace River View, which the district says no longer adequately meets the needs of students.
- Expand access to 4K and 5K programs at Victor Haen Elementary School, providing more opportunities for the youngest learners.
- Renovate key areas at Park Community Charter School, including the main office and library, to better serve students and staff.
- Enhance safety and security across all district schools and address high-priority maintenance needs.
The new middle school, to be built on district-owned land adjacent to Kaukauna High School, will be intentionally designed to support the unique needs of 5th-8th grade students, with modern spaces that foster effective teaching and learning, according to the district.
The facilities plan reflects the priorities and feedback the district received from the community during numerous listening sessions and through a district-wide survey.
From the community feedback, the district heard that it’s time to consider a new middle school rather than continuing to invest in the 100-year-old River View building.
