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Deerfield Elementary School (Pre-K through 6th grade): Built in 2003, the elementary school is over capacity. One reason for this was adding onsite four-year-old kindergarten after the school was built. In addition, we are committed to keeping class sizes small and providing areas to better serve our students with special needs. At this point, we have turned all available spaces into classrooms, including the teachers’ lounge and storage rooms.
Deerfield Middle/High School (7th through 12th grade): The original section of the high school was built in 1966 and expanded in 1978. While we have completed minor renovations since 1978, most areas of the high school are nearly 50 years old or older.
Aging Building Infrastructure
Major building systems (HVAC, plumbing, and electrical) are at or near the end of their useful life.
- Due to age, classroom floors, lights, ceilings, and cabinets need replacement.
- Areas of the building’s exterior are cracking and deteriorating.
- Updates are needed to reduce energy consumption.
- Areas of the building do not comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations.
Undersized Classrooms & Support Areas
- The classrooms are small and lack flexibility for small-group instruction.
- The tech ed (shop) area is congested and needs updates to better prepare our students for jobs and careers in our region.
- The kitchen and cafeteria are too small and inefficient, resulting in long service lines.
- The music rooms are small, lack adequate storage, and are inaccessible to some students and staff with disabilities.
- The library is outdated, lacks natural light, needs updates to support collaborative learning, and some areas are currently used for district staff offices.
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