It's about our community,
our schools
and our money!
A 2008 Feasbility Study by Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates found that Philipsburg-Osceola's schools are in dire need of repair, especially the junior high school (1937) and North Lincoln Hill Elementary (1969).
Major renovation to electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems is necessary to keep schools running and save money by upgrading to more efficient systems. {Junior High}
The study presented nine different renovation and consolidation options. A 23-member building committee, comprised of board members, administrators, parents, business leaders and other community members examined all options and looked at additional configurations. They held two public forums, conducted a community survey, held open meetings and listened to public comments at board meetings. After a thorough study, the committee recommended a 4-building configuration that includes closing the Junior High, converting North Lincoln Hill into a middle school and making necessary upgrades to the high school and Osceola Mills Elementary. This recommendation was approved by the school board on April 13 by a 7-2 vote.
{NLH} The project is now entering a second phase in which the school district and school board will work with professionals to discuss specific building needs.
This website will be continuously updated, so be sure to check back for updates.
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