• Architect rending of new WMS school site

    Wayside Middle School — Replacement Campus

    – Grades 6-8

    – Will be built on the site of the former EMS Administration Building property and use portions of the existing school site.

    – Design work begins Spring 2024; construction begins May 1, 2024; target open date December 2025/January 2026

    Project Updates

    March 31, 2025

     

    • Paving continues on the parent pick-up drive that will connect to Bailey Boswell Road.
    • ICF concrete pours are nearing completion. 
    • Steel work on the first and second floors and mezzanine is on-going.
    • Roof installation continues in the athletic and fine arts areas. Rebar installation is in progress on the storm shelter.

     

     

     

     

  • Previous Project Updates

  • February 24, 2025

  • January 21, 2025

  • December 16, 2024

  • November 18, 2024

  • October 28, 2024

  • September 16, 2024

  • August 26, 2024

  • June 17, 2024

  • May 28, 2024

  • April 9, 2024

  • March 25, 2024

  • December 15, 2023

  • Common Questions & Answers

  • When will the new Wayside be ready?

  • Why would the district not wait until after school is out to begin construction?

  • Will Wayside students have to move to a temporary location during construction?

  • Will the construction impact my child’s classes during the school day?

  • How will you keep students safe and the construction site secure during the project?

  • Will there be additional police support for traffic?

  • What is the design of the new Wayside building?

  • Will the new school be bigger than the current Wayside?

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