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THE PROJECTS
An approved bond referendum on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, would provide the East Marshall Community School District with the estimated $19.8 million it needs to improve and expand at the campuses in Le Grand and Laurel, while providing specific options for the Gilman building based on community input. This will allow for our transition to a more efficient and sustainable two-campus district.
Under the proposal, the district would move forward with the construction of additional square footage at the elementary school and the high school, including new classrooms.
Safety and security enhancements would take place, as well as comprehensive improvements to the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that have caused class cancellations and ongoing disruptions to learning.
LEGRAND CAMPUS (GRADES 7-12)
Total Investment: $7.5 Million
High School Addition (10,500 SF) - $3,937,500
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New classroom space to accommodate grades 7-12
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Modern learning environments designed for 21st-century education
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Proper spacing and flow for middle and high school students
HVAC Improvements - $995,500
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Complete heating and air conditioning system upgrades (18,100 SF)
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Climate-controlled learning environment year-round
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Energy-efficient systems to reduce operational costs
Old Gymnasium HVAC - $726,000
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Modernize the existing gymnasium's climate control (13,200 SF)
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Ensure this space can serve as auditorium and community gathering space
LAUREL CAMPUS (PRE-K THROUGH GRADE 6)
Total Investment: $8.3 Million
Elementary Addition (14,900 SF) - $5,364,000
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New classroom space for growing elementary enrollment
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Dedicated Pre-K through 6th grade learning environments
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Modern educational spaces with proper technology infrastructure
New Physical Education Gymnasium
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Dedicated PE space for elementary students
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Allows existing gymnasium to become dedicated cafeteria
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Eliminates the current problem of gym/cafeteria dual use
HVAC Improvements - $896,500
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Complete climate control system for 16,300 SF
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Reliable heating and cooling for optimal learning conditions
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Energy-efficient design for long-term cost savings
GILMAN BUILDING OPTIONS
The base plan for the Gilman building now includes a substantial renovation, rather than controlled demolition alone.
Base Plan - Interior Remodel:
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Gym, district office, locker rooms, concessions, etc.
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$1,835,000 (funded by G.O. Bonds) + Demolition - $555,000 (funded by SAVE) = $2,390,000 total
Extra Option #1:
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Demolition only + HVAC room addition
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$805,000 total (all from SAVE funds)
Extra Option #2:
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Demolition + HVAC room + 2,500 square-foot wrestling/multipurpose room
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$1,305,000 total (all from SAVE funds)
Extra Option #3:
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Demolition + HVAC room + 5,000 square-foot wrestling/multipurpose room
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$2,055,000 total (all from SAVE funds)
The three additional options would all be funded by SAVE dollars, rather than additional G.O. bond funds.
ADDITIONAL PROJECT COMPONENTS
Site Improvements - $436,830
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New parking and paving
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Utility infrastructure improvements (storm sewer, water, electrical, gas)
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Pedestrian safety enhancements
Professional Services - $2,003,706
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Architectural and engineering design
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Legal fees and document preparation
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Construction management and oversight
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Quality control and testing
COST OF PROJECTS RECAP
PROJECT TIMELINE
If approved by voters in November 2025:
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Winter 2025-26: Final design and permitting
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Spring 2026: Construction begins
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Fall 2027: Project completion and full campus consolidation
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR STUDENTS
Upon completion, students would transition to a more efficient model:
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Laurel Campus: Pre-K through Grade 6
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LeGrand Campus: Grades 7-12
This consolidation eliminates:
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Staff travel time between buildings (currently 2 class periods lost)
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Duplicated administrative and maintenance costs
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Transportation inefficiencies
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Programming limitations caused by split facilities
The result: Modern, efficient facilities that can serve our community for the next 50+ years while providing the educational environment our students deserve.