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Jefferson Elementary Improvements 2025

Floor plan of Jefferson School, showing a new secure entry, renovated admin space, and additions for classrooms, library, and special needs resources.

Overview

Jefferson Elementary was built in 1954, making it one of Joplin Schools’ oldest campuses in use today. Additions were made in 1964 and 1985, with the Safe Room/ Gymnasium added in 2014. It currently houses students from K-5th grades. The Long Range Facility Committee notes that square footage per classroom and program currently falls well below state standard recommendations.

Project Scope

  • Renovate space for a secure entry and new admin suite
  • Renovate old admin space for nurse and counselor
  • 4,300 sf Kindergarten and SPED addition at the SE corner
  • 800 sf 4-yr classroom addition
  • Renovate library, art classroom, music classroom, SPED resource, cafeteria, and offices for ELL and Literacy

Project Status

Work is projected to begin in August 2025.

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