Voters approve Sault Area Schools bond proposal
In the Tuesday, Aug. 5 election, voters in the school district approved the proposal with 1,892 yes votes to 1,523 no votes.
"We are deeply grateful to the voters for standing behind the students and staff of Sault Ste. Marie," said Sault Superintendent Amy Kronemeyer. "It really reflects the power of the community and what we represent when we invest in our children's future. It will impact students for decades."
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More: What voters need to know about Sault Area Schools' bond proposal in the August election
Sault Area Schools had proposed a millage that would not increase taxes but would allow them to raise an estimated $20,540,000. The district will levy a millage of 1.65 mills for the next 30 years, with the funds to be used for remodeling and refurnishing to make the newly consolidated schools a better fit for the students' needs.
As part of the consolidation, elementary students will move to the former middle school and middle school students will move to the high school, which will house both high school and middle school classes.
"We are absolutely excited to begin the new school year, the energy among the staff is unprecedented," said Kronemeyer. "They are working hard to get their rooms ready, all of their belongings have been moved to the new school buildings. We are really grateful for the opportunity to serve the students of Sault Ste. Marie. It's what we do, what we love and I have the most committed and dedicated staff that serves our students."
More: Sault Area Schools to move forward with building consolidations
Planned projects include turning the unusable pool at the high school into a full-size indoor gym, updating the locker rooms and bathrooms, and adding new technologies for both educational and security purposes.
The district is also planning on renovating the library, multipurpose room and elementary playground area to fit the needs of the student population. Currently, there is no viable playground site at the new elementary school.
The school board is bringing the coalition back together to work alongside architects and engineers to plan the renovations. Construction is expected to begin in spring 2026, and most of the improvements will be ready for the 2026-27 school year.
"It's a long process but one that we will transparently publicize on our website so people can follow along," said Kronemeyer.
— Contact Brendan Wiesner: BWiesner@Sooeveningnews.com
This article originally appeared on The Sault News: Voters approve Sault Area Schools bond proposal in Aug. 5, 2025 election
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