Hammers & Horseshoes: March Edition

Dear Wyoming Staff and Community,

January and February have brought steady progress across our primary facilities projects. From design refinement to formal approvals, we continue moving thoughtfully toward new learning environments for our youngest Cowboys.

Below are key updates as we continue Building What Matters.

Primary Facilities Core Team Update:
The Primary Facilities Core Team met on February 4 and February 18. District leaders, our architect, construction manager, and partners reviewed several important topics, including:

• Elm environmental graphics
• The Hilltop retaining wall near the water reservoir
• Vermont site plan and exterior updates ahead of the March 9 Design Workshop
• Front office security and entry systems across all new primary buildings

This ongoing collaboration ensures careful planning and alignment with community priorities.

Elm Primary School Update:
The City of Wyoming has officially approved the use of the Presbyterian Church of Wyoming as the temporary school site during Elm’s construction. This approval represents more than a logistical step forward; it highlights an incredible partnership between the church and our district. We are grateful for their willingness to provide welcoming, high-quality learning spaces for Elm students during this transition.

Hilltop Primary School Update:
On February 17, the City of Wyoming approved the development plan for Hilltop following the third and final City Council reading. This important milestone allows construction to continue moving forward.

What’s Next at Hilltop: April will take us through the bid process. In May, crews will begin foundation work; excavating for footings, placing rebar, and pouring concrete to form the structural base of the building. This will mark the transition from site preparation to vertical construction. As the foundation takes shape, the physical footprint of Hilltop will become clearly visible on the site.

Vermont Primary School Update:
The second Vermont Design Workshop is scheduled for Monday, March 9, with an Open House at 6:00 p.m. and the Design Workshop beginning at 6:30 p.m. These sessions allow staff and community members to provide feedback on the building’s design. The open house offers an opportunity to walk through Vermont School beforehand and reflect on features to retain, improve, or reimagine in the new design.