On Oct. 8, the Waterloo Community School district hosted a town hall meeting to discuss the proposed new school. This school would unite the cross-river rivals into one building, allowing all students to attend WCC courses and much more.
This new school aims for not only access equity but also scheduling efficiency, creating a “home building” connection and a comprehensive campus with no additional transportation required.
Along with the academic additions, this building would bring together two programs with rich traditions, create new legacies and allow all students to have the same opportunities, therefore allowing all resources to be channeled into one high school.
With one principal, five associate principals, one athletic director, two student resource officers and three campus safety monitors, this school would experience a decrease in physical aggression.
This change is needed to adapt to meet the needs of students, which are always changing. Uniting high schools allows for addressing gaps, ensuring equity and providing all students the same opportunities, regardless of their background or where they live.
This school aims to modernize educational facilities. In the world of changing technology, teaching goes beyond traditional methods. This building would be equipped with state-of-the-art facilities that support these advancements, providing an environment where students can thrive dynamically and engagingly.
“I feel like the impact on the community is pretty significant,” shares Jared Smith, “One thing that we don’t talk about a whole lot is having a brand new high school really attracts people to the community.”
The digital age has transformed the way education is delivered, with online resources, interactive tools, and tech-enabled teaching becoming integral. Newer buildings are designed with the necessary infrastructure to seamlessly integrate technology into the learning process, ensuring that students have access to the tools and resources essential for 21st-century education.
For more information, visit the Waterloo Schools page.
