These initiatives are not merely about bricks and mortar; they are about maintaining exceptionally high standards of academic achievement and community value in Ankeny. Guest columnist

Katie Claeys is president of the Ankeny Community School District Board of Directors.

This essay is also signed by board members Stephanie Gott, vice president; Sarah Barthole; Joy Burk; Shelly Northway; Amber Romans; and Amy Tagliareni.

As members of the Ankeny Community School District Board of Directors, we are committed to providing every student with a high-quality education in environments that are not only safe but also innovative and future-ready. This commitment is at the heart of every decision we make, and it’s why we firmly believe that now is the time to invest in the future of our schools th

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