Posts Tagged ‘school bond’
With Cascade High School Renovation Done, Ribbon-Cutting Party Tonight
The Cascade High School renovation is complete and is hosting a dedication tonight. There will be a presentation and ribbon cutting ceremony at 6 p.m., followed by self-guided tours of the newly-expanded school. Paid for by a voter-approved bond, the over $25 million dollar high school expansion and remodel includes a new two-story academic wing,…
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2019 Legislature: Reps. Steele, Goehner on Snowfall, Transportation, School Bonds
12th District State Representatives Mike Steele and Keith Goehner join Dan Langager every Friday on the KOHO Morning Show during the 2019 legislative session in Olympia. Today they talk about the snow storms in Olympia leading to committee cancellations, but Steele said it won’t impact bill deadlines. Steele also talks about the Education Committee and…
Read MoreCascade School Dist. Superintendent Motsenbocker Announces Retirement, Community Meetings Next Week
The Superintendent for the Cascade School District had a goal and a timeframe. Once that goal was achieved within five years, it was time to retire. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Wenatchee School District Voters Have One Week To Weigh In On $120 Million High School Bond
Built in the 1970s, Wenatchee High School has seen moderate upgrades and additions over the last 30 years. Now, the Wenatchee School District is asking voters to approve the most ambitious capital bond yet – a $120 million complete modernization of the high school. Dan Langager reports ballots are due in one week. You can…
Read MoreNCW Voters Approve All Local School District Levies In Special Election
Several area school districts asked voters to approve levies on yesterday’s special election ballot. Levies need 51 percent approval to pass and all were given the thumbs up by voters. The Cashmere School District’s high school renovation bond received 70 percent approval.The Douglas and Grant County Hospital District levies passed as well. Marcus Bellissimo has…
Read MoreCashmere School District Levy, Bond Heading To Voters Feb. 13
Cashmere voters will decide on two funding measures for their schools on a February ballot. And as funds from the Capital Construction Budget are now available, a much needed modernization of Cashmere High School can move forward. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
Read MoreWenatchee School District Proposes $120 Million Bond To Renovate High School
Wenatchee High School, built in 1972, needs some major renovations. Classrooms are small, the kitchen is outdated, HVAC systems are nearing expiration and there are next-to-no windows. Last month, the school board passed a resolution to run a $120 million construction bond to modernize the high school, including a new 3-story section, modernizing tech and…
Read MoreCashmere School Board Accepts Bids for Vale Elementary, High School Additions
Following the passage of a $12 million bond, the Cashmere School District is planning construction of 14,000 square feet of new classrooms at Vale Elementary School and Cashmere High School. Last week, all bids came in over estimates. So Superintendent Glenn Johnson asked architects and engineers to tighten their belts and try to get their…
Read MoreCascade High School Construction Bid Awarded, Levies Head to Special Ballot
Cascade School District Superintendent Bill Motsenbocker provides an update on bond-funded construction of new facilities in the district, including the addition and renovations at Cascade High, as well as renewal of two Maintenance And Operations Levies heading to Upper Valley residents on a special election ballot Feb. 14.
Read MoreBond-Funded Proposal for Wenatchee High School Renovations Unveiled
Wenatchee School District officials held an informational meeting at Wenatchee High School last night to tour proposed renovations heading to a $150 million bond measure. The school district wants to demolish and replace old English, language and science classrooms, plus add a second story of more classroom and library space. The bond would also pay…
Read MoreWenatchee School District Dedicating New Washington Elementary
The public is invited to a dedication ceremony and ribbon-cutting for the new Washington Elementary School and adjacent Castlerock Early Childhood Learning Center and Special Education Offices today. The dedication is at 5:30 in the school’s cafeteria. Self-guided tours are available from 4-5:15 and 6:15-7:30 p.m. The almost $30 million school was paid for by the Capital Projects Bonds approved…
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