NASHUA MIDDLE SCHOOLS PROJECT
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Why was this middle school improvement program initiated?
After a careful review of the three Nashua middle schools beginning over a year ago, it
was determined that there were several infrastructure issues with all three middle
schools. The issues needed to be addressed to improve middle school education in Nashua
and improve security at the middle school level for students and staff. A detailed
engineering evaluation was conducted at all three middle schools and evaluation of a
possible new middle school in south Nashua. An architect and construction manager
competitive bid process were undertaken, Harriman was selected as the project’s
architect and Harvey Construction was selected as the construction manager. A one-year
concept design phase was undertaken and is now complete including a very detailed
report on all three existing schools and the new proposed site.
Will there be staff and student participation in the design?
Yes, some level of design input from staff members has already occurred. Once in the
detailed design phase, further design input will be included from both staff and students
through several avenues of engagement.
How will parents, staff, and student meeting notifications be made?
Meeting notifications will be made through email, via City website, and/or by visiting the
“Middle Schools — Stay Connected” page at
Are all schools getting the same upgrades to technology?
The project budgets at all three middle schools have allotted funds for technology. The
District will evaluate existing technologies and develop an upgrade plan to provide an
equitable experience for students in all schools.
Where do the memorial and dedicated plaques at each school get placed?
Plaques and Trophies: For Elm Street Middle School, the final determination on a location
has yet to be decided but they will not be lost or misplaced. The Board of Education will
ultimately decide where these will be located. At Fairgrounds and Pennichuck, the
trophies and plaques will remain where they are today.
