Last month, voters in the Willmar Public Schools community came together to
help the district address its financial and space challenges. On November 7,
voters approved the operating levy and bond referendum for Willmar Schools.
In addition to a middle school gymnasium that conforms to Minnesota
Department of Education minimum requirements, the referendum approvals
will support students and staff.
The operating levy will be used to continue important mental health supports,
fulfilling needs that have only grown with time. Further, the levy approval will
help us maintain existing class sizes and a broad variety of academic,
co-curricular, and extracurricular programming. Finally, funding raised from
the levy will be used to attract and retain quality staff and ensure financial
stability that will help us to remain strong today and future-focused.
Middle School Gymnasium Next Steps
We expect groundbreaking and construction to start this spring, with an eye
toward a fall 2025 occupancy. Initial drawings have been completed, and we
are working through final approvals in preparation for going out to bid. As we
work through the details, we’ll keep the community informed at every step of
the process.
Our Community. Our Cardinal Pride.
We have seen how supportive our community can be, and while we know not
everyone voted yes for this referendum, we think we can all agree that we have
some common beliefs about our community and our schools. We are excited to
move forward and are dedicated to being good stewards while making
important decisions on behalf of our community’s children.
On a personal note, we are truly grateful for your trust and support of our
school district. We will continue to be available to discuss our district and our
great student accomplishments, visit your club or organization, or even have a
cup of coffee.
Please reach out to either of us with any questions.
Dr. Jeff Holm, Superintendent, holmj@willmar.k12.mn.us or 320.231.8510
Dr. Bill Adams, Assistant Superintendent, adamsb@willmar.k12.mn.us or 320.231.8506
For More Information
Visit willmar.k12.mn.us for more information about Willmar Public Schools.
Dr. Jeff Holm is the superintendent of Willmar Public Schools; Dr. Bill Adams
is the assistant superintendent of Willmar Public Schools.
Draft Drawing of Middle School Physical Education Space (SE of Current Structure)
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