- North Polk Community School District
- Growth & Construction
Growth & Construction
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North Polk is experiencing rapid growth in student enrollment - roughly 60 to 70 new students annually which is expected to continue for the foreseeable future.
To accommodate this growth, construction is currently underway throughout the district. With an anticipated opening of Fall 2022, a new upper elementary is being constructed in Polk City to serve grades 3-5 in that portion of the district. The existing high school, which opened in 2013, just finished an eight classroom addition featuring a collaborative learning space that in total will increase functional capacity to roughly 750 students.
These projects are thanks to the community's overwhelming support in a 2020 bond referendum. We feel fortunate that our district is supported by engaged and invested stakeholders, who truly serve as our partner in education.
Big Creek FAQ
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What is the name?
Big Creek Elementary
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What students will attend Big Creek Elementary?
Students who currently attend West Elementary in grades 2-4 will go to Big Creek Elementary.
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Are there any teachers or staff hired yet?
Yes! The full list of positions includes:
Principal
Amanda Parker
Admin. Assistant
Julie Patterson
Instructional Coach
Molly Sheldahl
Counselor
Kelsi Walter
Related Arts
Dave Gault-Band
Mark Jungman-PE
Matt Volesky-Art
Kaylee Roen-Music
Katelyn Swearingin-Technology
Third Grade
Melissa Craighton
Rachel Erickson
Amy Gibson
Jamie Nelson
Samantha Stoelk
Fourth Grade
Jennifer Boyle
Maria Cooper
Valerie Mahlum
Lexie Van Polen
Fifth Grade
Maria Anderson
Alex Carr
Natalie Klocke
Denise Meredith
Brandon Nattress
ELP
Vivian Schwab
Interventionists
Lauren Nachman
Jeanine Shelman-Ward
Library
Stefanie Kaylor
Special Education
Kelly Lindemeier
Amy Lucas
Amanda Smith
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When is the school going to open?
The crew is working hard to prepare space for the next school year (Fall of 2022). We will provide updates as they are made available.
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Is there a blueprint I can see?
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What is the address?
340 East Vista Lake Drive, Polk City, IA 50226.
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How many students will there be?
There will be approximately 350 students at Big Creek.
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What will busing and transportation look like?
Busing will be available for students at Big Creek. More specifics, including timing, and routes, will be made available as we get closer to opening.
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Will there be a school counselor?
Yes. We will have a full-time school counselor and two Academic Interventionists at Big Creek.
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Will related arts courses be offered?
Yes! There will be a full-time Technology Teacher, a full-time Art Teacher, a full-time PE teacher, and a full-time Music Teacher. There will also be a 5th-grade band.
New Building: Renderings Provided By OPN Architects










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*These renderings represented the pre-bid conditions of the building. Subject to minor changes.
Progress Pictures of the new Elementary Building










