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Logan-Rogersville School District updates on projects and facilities

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The Logan-Rogersville School District has shared updates of continued progress of the ongoing expansions and renovations made possible by the passage of a 2022 bond.

Since the 2022 bond was passed, district officials and the community have worked together to ensure the planned improvements align with the district’s future needs. Assistant Superintendent Jennifer Katzin provided an update on several of these ongoing projects that are transforming the district’s schools, from new classrooms to athletic facilities and improved safety features.

New Classrooms at the Primary School

At the Logan-Rogersville Primary School, five new preschool classrooms and a FEMA-approved storm shelter are now in use. Katzin confirmed that all five are operational.

"The primary school project is complete," she said. “The five additional classrooms allow the district to expand its preschool program and accommodate more students as the district continues to grow.”

In a notable addition, the storm shelter is a key safety feature for the district.

"This was our last building in the District without a storm shelter," Katzin explained.

The new shelter, located within the primary school, is open to the public during storm events when school is not in session.

“When school is in session, our students will use the shelter in the event of an emergency,” she explained. “For times when school is not in session, it’s set up with the weather radios to automatically unlock the shelter so the community can utilize the shelter ifneeded."

High School Campus Expansions

The high school campus is undergoing significant changes as well. An aerial view of the ongoing construction still shows visible progress, although completion is expected to take some time.

"We’re hopeful for a fall 2025 completion, though weather conditions have delayed some of our work," Katzin said, referring to the unpredictable winter weather that has slowed construction. “We’re working very hard to be able to use this facility during the next school year.”

One major feature of the campus overhaul is the new multi-purpose facility, which will house 50 yards of indoor turf, a weight room, wrestling and cheerleading rooms, and areas for indoor tennis and batting cages for baseball and softball. This facility is designed to serve multiple groups, including band, physical education classes, and various sports teams.

"We were trying to design the space for maximum use across as many activities as possible," Katzin added. “So the band can use it for their morning practices, it will have a weight room, and several groups should get a lot of use out of this facility.”

Another area seeing significant improvement is the district’s tennis complex. Katzin explained that the original tennis courts, which were located where the multi-purpose facility is now being built, suffered from water issues. The new site will feature eight courts, up from six at the previous location, giving students and the community more opportunities for recreation and competition.

A secure walkway will connect the new building to the high school, allowing students to move between the two without going outside.

“Kids will be able to transfer between buildings in a secure manner without having to go outside,” she said. “We fresee it being used a lot for our weight classes, and PE classes that will be out there during the day. We’re excited for it to serve as many groups as possible.”

As part of the broader high school expansion, a new practice field will be constructed near the main campus. Katzin shared that the field will primarily be used by athletics, including football, soccer, and other sports, but it will also be available for community use. "Youth teams will be able to practice there when it's not in use for school events," she said.

Security Enhancements at the High School

Another key addition to the high school is a new security office at the east entrance. This will serve as a vestibule area for added security, allowing visitors to communicate with school staff before being buzzed into the building.

"This will improve our ability to monitor entrances and provide a more secure environment for everyone," Katzin noted.

Ongoing and Future Projects

While much of the work is progressing, Katzin highlighted a few projects that have yet to be completed. At the upper elementary school, some roof replacements and minor interior upgrades, including new restroom partitions and interior doors, have been finished. However, larger plans for playgrounds and a walking track are still in the works.

Similarly, at the middle school, renovations to classrooms have been completed in part, but not all spaces have been updated yet. Katzin also noted that parking lot improvements have been made, though other projects like expanded band and choir rooms, and improved traffic flow, remain on the to-do list.

At the high school, some smaller renovations have been made to the science labs and Family and Consumer Sciences kitchen, but full-scale updates are still pending.

Looking Ahead

Despite the ongoing nature of some projects, the future looks promising for the Logan-Rogersville School District. As the district continues to grow, Katzin emphasized the importance of flexibility and adaptability in planning.

“We’re working hard to meet the needs of our students and our community,” she said, “And we’re excited about the improvements that will benefit everyone for years to come.”

The district anticipates further updates in the coming months as construction moves forward, with an eye toward completing major projects sometime this year.

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