Governor Kim Reynolds announces a temporary 7,000-square-foot modular school for 150 middle school students in Rock Valley, Iowa, following flood recovery efforts.

Governor Kim Reynolds announced a temporary school facility in Rock Valley, Iowa, following massive flood recovery efforts. The new 7,000-square-foot modular school will house 150 middle school students in six classrooms, bathrooms, offices, and a common area, and will be operational for the start of school on September 5. The cost of the modular school is $2 million. The Iowa Department of Education has used $600,000 in federal funds to reimburse schools for lost instructional materials, and the Wellmark Foundation has donated money for school building restoration and instructional materials. Schools in the area can access $80,000 in federal emergency grants for necessities like food, clothing, and housing for students affected by the disaster.

August 29, 2024
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