A groundbreaking celebration occurred on Thursday, May 18, 2023, to celebrate the beginning of construction on the new 152,000 square foot (sf) state-of-the-art school building at 6271 Woodland Dr, Waunakee. Attendees included members of the Board of Education, local officials, community leaders, design and construction partners, as well as faculty, staff, and students from Heritage Elementary School.

The new school building, to be completed in the fall of 2024, will support early childhood, kindergarten, and first through fourth grades. The new building features modern classrooms designed to support the latest in educational technology, four flex cafe spaces, and a full-size gymnasium. The building has been designed by Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA), in partnership with the school district and Heritage Elementary School Visionary Team, students, and school staff. Vogel Bros. Building Co. is the Construction Manager and builder.