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Middle/high school renovation begins; work to last 16-18 months
What happened
Construction approved in the November 2024 capital referendum started at Washburn Middle/High School in June 2026, right after graduation. The superintendent said crews will be on site for 16 to 18 months. The work includes a new entrance and main office where two special education classrooms are now.
Why it matters to families
Students and staff at the middle/high school will work around construction through much of the 2026-27 school year.
The evidence
The February 12, 2026 minutes say "construction will begin right after graduation. 16-18 months of construction time." The May 14 minutes say construction begins June 8, and the July 9 minutes say "Construction is fully underway." The June 11 recording (automatic captions) describes a new entrance and office where "two special education classrooms" are now.
The source
February 12, 2026 regular meeting minutesSee the full record for School District of Washburn.
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