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MELCHER-DALLAS, IA

Melcher-Dallas High School

2024

COMPLETED

24,990

SQUARE FEET

$10.8m

COST
PROJECT GOALS

Rebuilding for growth and community

The vision was to create a facility that enhances athletic and academic programs while supporting broader community needs. The design focuses on providing safe and versatile spaces for both students and residents.

Second floor high school weights room overlooking gymnasium floor

In the winter of 2021, structural elements of the district’s gym roof began to fail due to storm damage. This rendered the gym unstable and forced the district to evaluate future options for a replacement.

The School Board chose to explore options and gauge community interest for facility improvements. After engaging with administration, teachers, coaches, parents and alumni, it was determined to move forward with the solution that had the most impact on achieving the district’s goals.

The project, currently under construction, includes a competition gym, locker rooms, weight room, fitness area with state-of-the-art equipment, concessions/restrooms, industrial tech/ag classrooms and lab, art room, music room with ample band storage and contemporary furniture ensuring a fully equipped and functional space upon completion.

The addition also creates a new main, secured entry on the west side and a secondary entry on the east side for community access to the fitness room and gym.

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High school exterior of school entrance
Side angle of high school exterior with many windows
High school exterior side entrance with large windowed door
High school administration front office with secretary working
Empty high school corridor with maroon walls.
High school competitive gymnasium with volleyballers practicing
Empty high school art classroom with u-shaped desk arrangement
High school shop classroom with equipment
Second floor weight room overlooking gym floor
High school weight room with workout equipment
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