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TECH ED RENOVATION & ADDITION
Ribbon Cutting & Open House
Join us as we unveil the new state-of-the-art Tech Ed learning spaces.
Thursday, December 12, 2024
5:15 PM – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in High School Commons
5:30-7:00 PM – Tours and Open House
Viroqua High School/Middle School, 100 Blackhawk Dr, Viroqua, WI 54665
No RSVP required, all are welcome!
What a wonderful evening at the Viroqua Elementary School Open House Celebration & Ribbon Cutting! We were honored to have retired teachers Deb, Sig, Karen, and current staff member Brenda join us in unveiling cherished memories from the 1995 time capsule—what a trip down memory lane!
As we look back with gratitude, we're also eagerly looking ahead. Our dedicated staff and enthusiastic students are all set to kick off the 2024-25 school year with energy and excitement!
Here's to a fantastic year ahead!
Elementary Open House Celebration & Ribbon Cutting
The community is invited to attend the Elementary Open House Celebration.
Thursday, August 29, 2024, 5– 7pm.
Viroqua Elementary School Commons, 115 Education Ave, Viroqua, WI 54665.
5:00 PM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & 1995 Time Capsule opening
5:15 PM Remarks from District & School Board
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Tours and Open House
Accepting Bids Until 9/25/23
MIRON CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. is inviting contractors to submit bids for the Viroqua Area Schools Facility Improvements in Viroqua, WI. The project includes a renovation of the Middle/High School and Elementary School including a Tech ED and 2-story classroom addition to the Middle/High School and secure entry additions at both buildings. Sitework includes upgraded parking lots, traffic flow, and stormwater upgrades.
Bids will be received until 3:00 PM on 9/25/2023.
To access the bidding documents, email andrea.krause@miron-construction.com.
Direct inquiries to Melissa O’Brien at 715-598-5732.
Referendum Approved—Thank You!
Thank you for your support! On November 8, 2022 voters in the Viroqua Area School District approved two referendum questions; Question 1 gives the District authorization to borrow $17,000,000 for the District’s Base Plan (details below), while Question 2 gives us the ability to borrow an additional $3,500,000 for the Tech Ed expansion.
Our School Board and Administration are appreciative of the community support of our schools and students. The District committed to finding a solution that addresses the most pressing needs, reflects the priorities of the community, and meets the needs of students, while maximizing space within the existing building footprints, and as we continue to provide quality educational opportunities. We thank you for the opportunity to provide appropriate spaces for our students.
Referendum Recap
Question 1 asked voters to authorize $17,000,000 for a facility improvement project that will:
Create secure entrances at the Elementary and Middle/High School buildings
Reconfigure traffic flow to improve safety and efficiency
Address Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accessibility requirements
Enhance underutilized classroom areas
Question 2 asked voters to authorize $3,500,000 for a tech ed expansion that will:
Expand classrooms and labs to support additional offerings including agriculture, woods, metals, and automotive
Promote high-quality programs and hands-on learning opportunities
Design Phases
Following the approval of the referendum question, the architectural design process began for all District-wide projects. The District is working with their design (HSR Associates) and construction (Miron) partners to refine and advance the scope and manage the budget. The design process includes three distinct phases to advance preliminary concepts developed prior to the referendum.
Schematic Design (SD) – This phase is the first step in the design process and includes District input to drive design and develop drawings that provide definition to interior and exterior functions, space requirements, adjacencies, and overall design intent. We have been utilizing User Groups consisting of staff to provide an opportunity for staff to think “big picture” about the potential renovations to learning spaces, drive design, and provide feedback.
Design Development (DD)– Once the building footprint has been confirmed and the team has a plan for interior space definition, we will transition into design development. During the DD phase, design concepts and advanced with precise details including structural design, specific mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection systems, and cabinetry, fixtures, and material selections are finalized.
Construction Documents (CD)– In the final phase of the design process, final drawings and specifications used to construct the building, will be produced. All building components and defined in detail. These documents are used in the competitive bid process.
Design and Construction Updates
Updates on the community-approved referendum projects will be shared throughout the design and construction process. Please visit this page regularly to stay up to date on these important projects.
Project Updates will be shared quarterly, beginning this winter.
For More Information:
Call 608.637.1186
Email tburkhalter@viroquablackhawk.org
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