SVA is growing!
Enrollment has steadily increased over the past several years, nearing 500 students in the fall of 2021 (and 530 in the fall of 2023). With the existing facility at maximum capacity, SVA made the decision to expand.
What does this mean?
SVA added approximately 15,000 square feet of new space on the southwest end of the existing building. This new construction includes six new classrooms that open onto a large atrium with plenty of space for studying, small groups, and other gatherings. There is an activity room with ping-pong tables as well as a beautiful patio space.
Picture of the new Dean and Trudy Johnson High School Wing taken by Hollie Macomber on the day of the ribbon cutting in August 2022.
Architectural rendering of the new facility pre-construction.
What was the timeline?
Construction began September 2021 and was completed Summer 2022.
How much did it cost?
The building cost approximately $6.8 million. Through generous donations we have less than $1 million left to raise. There are still several prominent naming opportunities available. To find out how you can help, please contact Angie Peach at 937-433-0790 or [email protected]. To make a gift visit our Donate Page.
Main entrance of the new Dean and Trudy Johnson High School Wing. Photograph by Hollie Macomber on the day of the ribbon cutting ceremony, August 2022.
Inside the new high school building. A view of the Vernon and Betty Luthas Atrium. Photo taken by Hollie Macomber.