EHS Renovation and Addition
Conceptual Drawings of a Partially Renovated & Expanded EHS
Renderings and floor plans are not perfectly aligned and will continue to evolve as the design process is finalized.
Project Details
A 2026 Bond Would:
- PARTIALLY RENOVATE AND EXPAND EHS:
- A new main office at the front of the building with a SECURE VESTIBULE.
- NEW CLASSROOMS to alleviate current overcrowding.
- NEW PERFORMING ARTS CENTER with modern equipment for school and community use
Ephrata has a smaller tax base than many, similarly sized districts. Completing all EHS renovation needs in a single bond would create an unmanageable tax impact. Phased renovation now prevents needing TWO Future bonds later.
Understanding the Funding
The 2026 Bond package total project value for all projects is roughly $102 million: $75 million funded locally, which unlocks $27.4 million in matching state dollars.
The information below describes Ephrata High School's portion of the total project funds.
If approved by voters, $14.5 million of the approximately $21 million Ephrata High School total project cost would be generated by local tax dollars ("Local Share").
Roughly $6.9 million would come from state matching funds from the School Construction Assistance Program (State Funds).
This pie chart shows the percentage of state matching funds the district could receive if voters approve the 2026 bond package.