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District advances phase 1 initiatives for school facilities renovation in Madison Metropolitan region

Madison Metropolitan School District progresses planning and layout for four of its schools: Samuel Gompers Elementary School, Black Hawk Middle School, Sherman Middle School, and Malcolm Shabazz City High School.

School district in Madison, Wisconsin progresses with phase 1 construction projects from the...
School district in Madison, Wisconsin progresses with phase 1 construction projects from the facilities referendum

District advances phase 1 initiatives for school facilities renovation in Madison Metropolitan region

News Article: Renovations Begin for Four Madison Schools

The renovation of four schools in Madison, Wisconsin – Samuel Gompers Elementary School, Black Hawk Middle School, Sherman Middle School, and Malcolm Shabazz City High School – is now underway as part of a larger 5-phase addition and renovation project, funded by the 2024 facilities referendum.

The $507 million referendum, which was passed in November 2024, covers comprehensive upgrades to 10 school buildings. In preparation for the construction work, the district has been conducting site surveying and geotechnical drilling. The official groundbreaking ceremony for these projects was recently held, signifying that they are moving into active construction phases.

However, detailed specifics for each school's renovation scope or timeline have not been publicly disclosed as of August 2025. The district communications mention ongoing planning and construction updates but do not provide detailed individual school renovation plans in accessible public documents or news updates.

The new designs for the schools will include secure, flexible learning spaces, mobile technology, outdoor learning areas, and layout improvements promoting collaboration, accessibility, and community use. These designs have been shaped by feedback from staff members and the community.

Scott Chehak, MMSD's senior executive director of building services, emphasized that these school projects represent a deeper investment in Madison's students, families, and communities. He also mentioned that the district is working closely with educators, community members, and design teams to deliver learning environments aligned with their values and vision.

In addition, there will be more opportunities for the public to engage with officials about the school projects. The groundbreaking for these projects is scheduled for March of 2026. For those seeking specific details on individual school renovation features, contacting the Madison Metropolitan School District directly or monitoring upcoming detailed board updates may provide more precise information.

  1. The educational environment of the four schools undergoing renovation, including Samuel Gompers Elementary School, Black Hawk Middle School, Sherman Middle School, and Malcolm Shabazz City High School, will be transformed with secure, flexible learning spaces, mobile technology, outdoor learning areas, and layout improvements that promote collaboration, accessibility, and community use.
  2. As part of a larger investment in their students, families, and communities, the Madison Metropolitan School District is working closely with educators, community members, and design teams to deliver learning environments that align with their values and vision for education-and-self-development.

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