MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY CELEBRATES PROJECT COMPLETION

Students, staff and families at McKinley Elementary are looking forward to celebrating the completion of a major renovation project at their school on Tuesday, November 22, at 12 noon.

The $1.9 million project (paid for with Local Option Sales Tax dollars) included a new centralized library/media center, renovations to the office area and other classrooms, as well as a heating system conversion from steam to hot water. The architectural plans were specifically designed to maintain the historical tradition of the building, which opened in 1939, while improving the use of space and security issues.

In a special ceremony and “library shower” the previous evening, the new library/media center will be named in honor of John Schalk, former principal of McKinley for 25 years and a dedicated teaching professional who touched the lives of many Davenport students. This open house is set from 5 to 7 p.m. All those who participate are encouraged to “shower” the new library with books. For more information, please contact Amy Campanile, principal, at 324-0403.