Laurel-Concord-Coleridge Public Schools

Laurel, NE | Fall 2023
25,550 sq. ft. Renovation
58,830 sq. ft. New Addition

CWP partnered with Laurel-Concord-Coleridge Public Schools to address long-term facility needs and unify the district’s educational spaces through a comprehensive addition and renovation. The district’s facilities had evolved over decades—beginning with a 1922 building and expanded through multiple additions—resulting in aging infrastructure and a disjointed layout.

After years of collaboration on smaller improvements, CWP worked with the district to evaluate renovation versus new construction options. Following a facility study and cost analysis, the district pursued a bond initiative to fund a large-scale project.

CWP led a four-month community engagement process that included six public meetings with stakeholders to identify priorities, evaluate design concepts, and align costs with the district’s fiscal goals. The resulting bond was successfully passed, paving the way for a modern, cohesive PreK–12 facility designed to meet current educational standards while allowing for future flexibility.