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Greater Clark holds public hearing on bond plan for Charlestown High expansion as enrollment surges
Summary
At a public hearing, district leaders presented a proposal to finance an expansion of Charlestown High School as part of a rolling five‑year facilities plan, citing rapid housing growth and projected student increases; officials said they do not plan to add taxes beyond current projections.
Greater Clark County Schools held a public hearing on a proposed bond financing package that would fund classroom and facility additions at Charlestown High School and other projects in the district.
The hearing focused on a worst‑case financing scenario of $50 million presented by Matt Shoemaker of Stifel, with district leaders explaining the expansion is meant to respond to rapid housing growth and projected student enrollment increases in the Charlestown attendance area.
The proposal matters because district officials said current school capacity is near practical limits and nearby residential development is expected to add hundreds of school‑aged children over the next five to seven years. Superintendent Buck Walter told the board the expansion would add roughly 18–20 classrooms (about 45,000 square feet), additional cafeteria and common space, restrooms and parking to accommodate…
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