Construction Central

Success For Every Child

Welcome to Southeast Polk’s Construction Central!

In November 2025, Southeast Polk voters approved a $51 million bond referendum to invest in safe, modern, and future-ready learning environments for our students.

Thanks to the strong support of our community, these projects will address enrollment growth, enhance safety and accessibility, and ensure our facilities continue to reflect the excellence of Southeast Polk.

This page serves as your central hub for updates, timelines, and progress on all major construction projects.

Why This Matters

Southeast Polk continues to grow, with projections showing 500+ additional students in the next four years, particularly at the elementary level. To hear more about the projected growth in our district, click on the livestream of the April 9, 2026, Board Meeting at the 1:01:26 mark for the RSP and Associates’ Enrollment Projection Report: SEP April 9, 2026, Board Meeting

These projects ensure we can:

  • Maintain manageable class sizes
  • Keep students learning close to home
  • Provide safe, secure, and accessible environments
  • Create flexible, modern spaces that support today’s learning

This is not just about buildings but about creating opportunities for every student to succeed.

Click on the project tab below for updates on that project. Check back often for news and updates!

Referendum 2025 Quick Facts Section

  • Approved by voters: November 4, 2025
  • Funding: $51 million in General Obligation Bonds
  • Tax impact: No increase to the district’s tax levy rate
  • Focus areas:
    • New elementary school
    • PK–5 playground upgrades
    • Junior High renovations

To view the Referendum 2025 webpage, click here: 2025-referendum-vote

Preschool students doing "construction" with plastic pipes

Overview

The new elementary school will support continued district growth while providing a modern, student-centered learning environment.

With enrollment increasing rapidly, this building will:

  • Reduce overcrowding in existing schools
  • Help maintain smaller class sizes
  • Keep students closer to home
  • Provide dedicated early learning spaces

The facility will feature flexible classrooms, collaborative learning spaces, and technology-rich environments designed for the future of education.

Community Impact

  • Balances enrollment across the district
  • Supports long-term growth
  • Strengthens neighborhoods and property values
  • Provides high-quality spaces for future generations

Proposed Timeline

The current proposed timeline from our design partners, DLR Group:

New Elementary Proposed Timeline 1

Overview

Renovations at the Junior High will enhance safety, improve functionality, and modernize key student spaces.

Planned improvements include:

  • Relocating the main office to the building entrance for improved security
  • Expanding common areas to better serve students
  • Updating infrastructure for long-term efficiency

These updates will create a more welcoming, secure, and adaptable environment for students and staff.

Community Impact

  • Improved safety and security systems
  • Better student gathering and collaboration spaces
  • More efficient building systems
  • Long-term value for the district and community

Proposed Timeline Coming Soon

Overview

Playgrounds across all PK–5 schools will be upgraded to create safer, more accessible, and more engaging outdoor environments for students.

These improvements will:

  • Replace aging equipment
  • Improve accessibility for all learners
  • Encourage physical activity and social development
  • Enhance spaces used by both students and the community

Each playground will be thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of its school while maintaining consistent district-wide standards.

Community Impact

  • Safer, inclusive play spaces for all students
  • Increased opportunities for healthy activity
  • Shared community spaces outside of school hours
  • Long-term investment in student well-being

Proposed Timeline Coming Soon

News & Updates for Construction Central

Construction Updates at a Glance

» Elementary School
DLR Group chosen as project architect
Community/Stakeholder Committee chosen and workshops being held

» Jr. High

OPN chosen as project architect
Design team kickoff meeting held

» Playgrounds
Neumann Monson Architects chosen as design partner
Preliminary site surveys completed
Community/Stakeholder Committee chosen and workshops being held