In addition to the major remodels of Barnes Elementary School and Kelso High School, the $29.9 million school bond approved by voters included capital improvements throughout Kelso Public Schools. Following passage of the bond, the school board made the decision to move ahead on six priority projects, as follows:

Priority #2
Install new door hardware on every classroom of every building not included in the major renovation projects.
Status: To be completed during the 2002-03 school year

Priority #3
Replace the siding on the multipurpose on the south side of Wallace Elementary School.
Status: Completed

Priority #4
Purchase of portable classrooms for Beacon Elementary School
Status: Completed

Priority #5
Install playground drainage and surfacing at Rose Valley and Carrolls elementary schools.
Status: Completed

Priority #6
Enlarge Catlin Elementary School covered play area.
Status: Completed