February 6, 2026

Dear North Callaway R-1 Community,

I’m thrilled to share some exciting updates regarding our new building project! Yesterday, we had our second meeting with Coil Construction, and things are moving forward smoothly. I want to ensure everyone stays informed as we take these exciting next steps.

What’s Happening Soon?
Coil Construction will begin mobilizing during the second and third weeks of February. You’ll start to see their trucks, a possible trailer, fencing, signage, and other construction-related activity north of the high school.

To keep things running safely and smoothly, Coil will establish its own parking lot and fence off a designated driveway for the project, ensuring minimal disruption for students and staff. This will require the removal of the top row of the student parking lot for the foreseeable future.

Minimizing Disruptions
To prioritize student safety and convenience, no construction deliveries will occur during student drop-off (7:30-8:30 a.m.) or pick-up (3:30-4:30 p.m.). If any school operations are affected, we’ll communicate those updates in advance through the Central Office.

Looking Ahead
Following graduation, Coil will begin construction on the new high school parking lot, with completion expected before the start of school in August!

It’s incredible to see this project coming to life after a year of planning and hard work! We hope you’ll join us for our Groundbreaking Ceremony on Saturday, March 1, at noon—a special moment as we celebrate this exciting milestone together!

Sincerely,
Mrs. Thompson

• 3 Classrooms per grade level

• 2 Additional Classrooms for grade levels with larger class sizes

• 3 Special Education classrooms, including a high-needs Special Education classroom

• Art Room

• Music Room

• Library- F4 Tornado Shelter- mandatory

• Varsity Size Gym - Seating for 400

• Cafeteria - F4 Tornado Shelter - mandatory

• Main Offices - 2 Administrators, Counselor(s), Teacher Workroom, Mothers’ Room, Conference Room, Faculty Bathroom

• PT/OT space

• Title I Reading Room

• Gifted Education Room

• Playgrounds

• Secure entrances

• 5 TLC Classrooms

• TLC and PAT Office Space

• TLC playground

• Separate, secure TLC entrance

The Board of Education approved the FY25 Budget in June. This budget reflects the generosity of the community in providing more competitive salaries for teachers and non-certified positions. Teacher base salary moved from $32,500 to $36,000. And, the non-certified base moved from $12.50/hour to $13.50/hour. Community support helped the district recruit and retain teachers and employees for the 2024-25 school year. Below is a breakdown of how every dollar approved as part of Proposition C was used to increase teacher and non-certified salaries for employees. The district has a ways to go to reach the new state minimum of $40,000 as a result of SB727. However, the combined efforts of Props N+C will help make it a reality.