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A new era begins in Elgin as SD U-46 breaks ground on its first elementary school in over 20 years, set to open in fall 2028, featuring state-of-the-art design and a nod to local history.

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SD U-46 breaks ground on new Elgin elementary school after $179 million bond
SD U-46 officials held a groundbreaking for a new Elgin elementary school — the district's first in the city in more than 20 years — funded in part by a $179,000,000 bond approved in 2023. The school will replace an 1887 building and aims to open for fall 2028.
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October 27, 2026 at 12:33 AM
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A new elementary school in Elgin is set to rise at the former David C. Cook property, with bids coming in under budget and plans to protect mature trees while easing neighborhood traffic!

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Board reviews recommendation to award 18 bid packages for new Elgin elementary school totaling $41.99 million
District staff recommended awarding construction across 18 separate bid packages for the new Elgin elementary school (former David C. Cook property). Bids came in well below the original construction‑only estimate, with a readout of individual package awards and an anticipated overall project cost near $58 million when soft costs and furniture are included.
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April 30, 2026 at 4:43 AM