Windom Area Schools

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jamie Frank, Superintendent
Email: jfrank@isd177.com
Phone: (507) 831-6910

Windom Area Schools to Hold Vote on Facility Improvements

On Monday, February 10, the Windom Area School District voted unanimously to move a $27.5 million ballot question forward for the May 13, 2025 election. The bond will fund essential improvements to the district’s fine arts and athletics facilities.

Utilizing a facility study and community-wide survey, the Windom Area School Board identified key infrastructure needs to support student success in academics, arts, and athletics. The proposed improvements aim to address long-standing facility challenges and create high-quality, reliable spaces for both school and community use.

“From flooded fields to performances in a gym, our district lacks functional activity spaces. Our students showcase their talents every day, and they deserve facilities that reflect our commitment to learning, leading, and excelling together,” said Superintendent Jamie Frank. “This plan is based on community input, and we’ve worked to ensure it aligns with our district’s needs while remaining fiscally responsible.”

Proposed Projects Include:

• Athletic Complex with artificial turf, an eight-lane track, and dedicated youth fields.

• Fine Arts Center featuring an 800-seat auditorium, dressing rooms, costume storage, and enhanced acoustics for theatrical performances.

• Expanded Auxiliary Gym with gymnastics spectator space.

• Wrestling Room Remodel to create a dedicated training space.

• Locker Room Reconfiguration to upgrade team areas and make the space usable for students. 

The district will hold a series of informational sessions on the referendum. 

• Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 7:00 p.m.

  • The Nest Lobby at Windom Middle High School 

• Wednesday, April 30, 2025 | 5:00 p.m.

  • The Nest Lobby at Windom Middle High School 

• Wednesday, May 7, 2025 | 5:00 p.m.

  • The Nest Lobby at Windom Middle High School 

The district’s website will also have a page dedicated to the referendum. The website will include a tax calculator that will allow residents to see the tax impact of the proposed bond.