FARGO, ND — Kraus-Anderson (KA) has begun construction on Horace Mann Elementary in Fargo, North Dakota.
The Horace Mann building was first occupied in 1915 when the school was built on the grounds that served as a tour stop for the traveling circus. There were no additions to the school until 1995 when an elevator was added.
Designed by ICON Architectural Group, the new three-story, $35 million, 78,460-square-foot elementary school will serve students from kindergarten to fifth grade, combining the existing Horace Mann, Roosevelt, and Madison schools into one modern facility. The new school will provide classrooms filled with natural light, flexible learning environments, and whimsical colors that aim to create an engaging atmosphere while still allowing students and staff to make the space their own.
The building is designed to complement the surrounding historic neighborhood through the use of brick, cast stone, and other architectural detailing on the exterior. Site amenities will include an accessible playground featuring inclusive play structures, a poured-in-place safety surface, and a large grassy field for recreation and outdoor activities.
Construction is expected to be completed in the spring of 2028.
