Supported by the 2023 bond issue, the first key project of Bond 2023 focused on the new high school academic building which will feature:

• 188,142 square feet, compared to the approximately 120,000 square feet of the old building 
• 68 Instructional spaces, 2 presentation rooms, 4 student conference rooms, a gym, and a greenhouse
• A unified, modern space for academic programs and fine arts, events, and activities.
• Enhanced energy efficiency and lower long-term maintenance costs
• Specialized STEM facilities
• Improved safety and security measures
• Integrated 1,960 person storm shelter with restrooms and independent power generator
• Dedicated and much-expanded Performing Arts classroom spaces

The new high school is expected to be completed and the new high school to open  in August of 2026.

Following the completion of the new SHS academic building, the next part of campus improvements, which are also covered by the most recent bond, will begin and focus on changes to existing structures to improve and expand extracurricular facilities. While specifics are still being finalized, anticipated projects include:

• Locker room spaces
• New indoor and outdoor practice spaces for use by athletic teams, physical education classes, and the Pioneer Marching Band
• More specifics yet to be determined

These projects also lay the groundwork for long-range plans that include future facilities to be supported by future bonds for baseball, softball, and tennis facilities, bringing nearly all high school programs together on a single campus.

A portion of Bond 2023 will be used to purchase 4 lanes of a pool at a proposed new YMCA to be located on 12th street between Hester and Washington. Concept designs courtesy YMCA.