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(KMZA)-- Vermillion USD 380 has been awarded a $243,000 grant from USDA Rural Development to renovate school buildings and upgrade technology within the communities of Centralia, Frankfort and Vermillion.
According to a release from USDA, the renovations will include window replacements, classroom and bathroom remodels, and replacement of an outdated boiler heating system with heating/air conditioning units.
Funds will also be used to purchase security cameras, magnetic door holders, a new school bus, and 240 laptops to replace outdated computer equipment.
Dan Fischer, acting director for USDA Rural Development in Kansas, said the agency is investing nearly $804,000 toward 11 community facility projects, serving more than 29,000 Kansans.
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