Howells-Dodge Public School

Howells, NE | May 2023
1,900 sq. ft. Renovation
10,500 sq. ft. New Addition

CWP worked with Howells-Dodge Public Schools to consolidate the district’s elementary students and staff into a single, unified facility. This project included both addition and renovation work at the Howells Elementary site, creating a modern learning environment that strengthens collaboration and school culture.

The design features a clearly defined covered entrance, secure vestibule, and new administrative offices, improving safety and visibility. Matching existing brick and introducing complementary metal panels and accent masonry ensured a cohesive aesthetic between old and new structures.

High roofs and clerestory windows bring abundant natural light into the corridors and shared spaces, while new interior finishes extend into renovated areas to create a seamless transition throughout the school. A major reconfiguration of existing space provided a new media center that serves as the academic heart of the building.

Photography by Tom Grady