Demolition, site work, renovation and addition to an educational facility in Charles City, Iowa. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a educational facility; for the addition of a educational facility; and for site work for a educational facility.

Demolition and Replacement: The outdated 400 (small – music programs) and 600 (medium – general classrooms) circle buildings will be demolished and replaced by new construction. New Construction: New structures will be built for: Enhancements to the main High School entrance, including a new secure vestibule. New student commons (dining, large gathering, group/student organization/study space) and kitchen with receiving area, including improvements to the Family and Consumer Sciences Department, highlighting the Comet Cafe. A new music complex including classrooms, rehearsal rooms, individual practice rooms, and storage. Campus Flow Improvements: The new addition will create a more direct and efficient connection between the high school and middle school, significantly improving student/staff circulation and reducing food service delivery time to less than ¼ of the current time. GENERAL RENOVATIONS & UPGRADES Classroom Space: Most existing classrooms will be upgraded with new systems and finishes at a minimum. The existing media center (library) area will be converted into new classrooms and student support spaces. Student Services Spaces: The main office, nurse area, and student counselling spaces will all receive basic systems and finish upgrades. Athletic Spaces: The High School wrestling program will be moved back to the High School. Building Systems: Across the existing high school, the project will replace or upgrade: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and lighting systems – environmental upgrades and controls, plumbing system replacements, and efficient lighting. Interior Finishes: new floor, wall, and ceiling finishes, environmental graphics, equipment and fixtures, and color. Accessibility Features: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, such as required maneuvering clearances, door hardware, mobility obstruction removal, restroom fixtures, service/work area ergonomics, signage, etc. Elevator Addition: A new elevator will connect the lower-level locker rooms to the gym balcony, improving accessibility and allowing the gym balcony to be repurposed. Restrooms: All existing restrooms will be upgraded for ADA compliance and updated with new finishes, fixtures, and accessories. Additional restrooms will be added to the north end of the building. Fire and Building Code deficiencies: fire sprinkler, fire alarm, voice evacuation system, building area compartmentalization, egress path, dead-end corridors, etc. Safety/Security Systems: Many safety issues, such as structural deficiencies, protective barriers, dead-end corridors, etc., will be addressed with new construction. Security upgrades include the secure entrance mentioned above, classroom safety locks, a decreased number of exterior doors, security camera enhancements, etc. This project is part of the bond referendum. As of February 23, 2026, the bond failed.