Duluth Schools ISD 709 - Long Range Facilities Plan

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School Profiles: Lester Park/Rockridge Elementary School

315 North 54th Avenue West

Here is a preliminary schematic design to date for Lester Park/Rockridge Elementary. Take a closer look at the floor plans and what a typical classroom may look like.

New facility for Lester Park/Rockridge Elementary

A completely new school will be constructed next to the existing Lester Park Elementary School, to address numerous deficiencies in one of the district’s oldest facilities. To see all of the deficiencies that were identified, read the full assessment report for Lester Park Elementary.

Design and construction timeline for Lester Park/Rockridge Elementary

Working drawings for Lester Park/Rockridge have been approved by the school board. Demolition work to make way for the new facility will be completed this fall. Footing and foundation work will follow the demolition.

Design and construction timeline for all schools

This document provides a detailed look at the design, bidding and construction schedules for all schools throughout the district.

We are committed to completing the Facilities Plan on time and on budget, while also ensuring safety for all students and staff and working with as many local contractors and laborers as possible. Construction schedules will continue to evolve as we balance these commitments throughout implementation of the Facilities Plan.

Student relocation during Lester Park/Rockridge construction

To ensure safety and efficiency, it is possible that students and staff may need to relocate to other facilities during implementation of the Long Range Facilities Plan. This detailed relocation schedule shows what, if any, relocation will be required for students at Rockridge.

Educational adequacy

To see how various aspects of the schools were rated in regard to educational adequacy view the report for Lester Park Elementary.