Project Scope and Improvements
The proposed $127 million bond is the result of extensive community engagement, facility analysis, and future-focused planning. The projects included are carefully designed to address overcrowding, aging infrastructure, student safety, and academic programming needs across the district.
Highlights of What the Bond Proposal Includes:
New 5th–6th Grade Intermediate Center
A dedicated facility to serve upper elementary grades, easing overcrowding in K–5 buildings and supporting developmental needs.New K–4 Elementary School
Replaces Covington Elementary and Lewis & Clark Elementary, combining them into one modern, efficient facility.New Early Childhood Center
Replaces EN Swett, with spaces designed specifically for preschool learning and early childhood services.Expanded Career Pathways Program Space
Creates dedicated areas for hands-on learning in career and technical education, supporting high school students’ postsecondary success.Capacity Relief
Alleviates overcrowding at Dakota City Elementary, Cardinal Elementary, and Harney Elementary through strategic reconfiguration and construction.Secure Vestibules at All Schools
Every school building will be equipped with a secure entry point, enhancing safety for students and staff.Accessibility and Security Upgrades District-Wide
Improves ADA compliance and ensures all schools meet modern safety standards.Learning Environment Modernizations
Select classrooms across the district will receive updated finishes, furniture, lighting, and technology to support 21st-century instruction.Middle School Infrastructure Renewal
Addresses aging systems including HVAC, plumbing, roofing, and electrical—all critical to maintaining a safe and functional learning environment.Commons and Gym Expansion at Dakota City Elementary
Provides additional space to meet growing student enrollment and enhance programming capacity.
Why This Matters
South Sioux City Community Schools serves nearly 3,800 students—and that number is projected to grow by 500 more students over the next 10 years. At the same time, many of our buildings are significantly older than the national average, and it has been over 25 years since our last major capital improvements.
We are a community that values People, Place, and Programs—and our facilities should reflect that pride. This bond represents a reinvestment in safe, welcoming, and adaptable schools that will serve current and future generations.
Because Our Kids Deserve Good Schools.