BREAKING GROUND AND CELEBRATING GROWTH
FREEDOM, Wis. – (May 14, 2025) – Freedom Area School District hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to officially kick off construction on a district-wide capital improvement project that will modernize learning environments and expand educational opportunities for students and staff.
CEREMONY HIGHLIGHTS
The event brought together students, staff, families, and community leaders to celebrate the start of construction at the school district campus on County Road E.
Highlights from the celebration included:
- A spirited welcome by the Freedom High School Cheerleaders and Band
- The National Anthem performed by Elisabeth Van Schyndel
- Remarks from:
- Tom Harke, Board President
- Jill Mussett, District Administrator
- Ryan Sands, Bray Architects
- Marc McGuire, C.D. Smith Construction
- A symbolic turning of the soil to mark the official start of construction
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS | WHY IT MATTERS
This project has been in the works since April 2024, when voters approved a $62.5 million referendum. The investment will address aging infrastructure, expand program offerings, enhance safety, and create flexible, future-ready learning environments for students and staff.
Coming soon to Freedom Middle and High Schools:
- New and renovated learning spaces for middle and high school students
- Flexible classrooms and labs designed for hands-on, collaborative learning
- Upgraded technical education and music education areas
- A new cafeteria and kitchen
- A larger greenhouse to support agriculture education
- Enhanced safety with relocated entrances and improved traffic flow
- Energy-efficient upgrades, including HVAC systems and natural lighting
WHAT'S NEXT?
Construction is now underway, with visible progress expected throughout the summer and into the 2025–26 school year. The district will continue to share updates and celebrate key milestones as work advances.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this vision a reality. Together, we’re building an even brighter future—creating new spaces where every student can learn, grow, and succeed.
Date: May 20, 2025 | Author: Tracy Lisowe
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Freedom Area School District | Official DISTRICT RESOURCES
Freedom Area School District Referendum Information Page
https://www.freedomschools.k12.wi.us/district/referendum.cfm
Comprehensive details on the referendum, project scope, FAQs, and community presentations.
Freedom Area School District News & Announcements
https://www.freedomschools.k12.wi.us/district/news.cfm
Updates and official communications from the district.
Freedom Area School District Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/FreedomIrish
Photos, reminders, and community engagement posts about the referendum and project milestones.
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Freedom Area School District | BUILDING PROJECTS and NEWS
Residents in Freedom vote yes on $62.5 million school referendum | WFRV Local 5 News News 04.02.2024
Freedom school district to go to referendum April 2 for capital improvements | Appleton Post-Crescent 03.18.2024
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