The Triad Local School District Board of Education is announcing both a leadership update and a major facilities project as part of its ongoing long-term planning efforts.
Board member Randy Moore stepped down in early March due to personal reasons, concluding 21 years of service to the district. The Board expressed its appreciation for Moore’s dedication, noting his leadership and lasting impact on the Triad community.
Filling the vacancy is Chris Instine, a Triad graduate with strong ties to the district. Instine has remained active in the school community over the years through coaching, volunteering, and serving on various committees. He also brings more than 25 years of professional experience in customer service, sales, management, and information technology, which district leaders say will provide a valuable perspective to the Board.
In addition to the board appointment, Triad officials announced plans to construct a new district office building, a project that has been part of the district’s seven-year facilities and improvement plan.
Over the past several years, the district has completed a wide range of upgrades and improvements, including enhancements to athletic facilities, academic and instructional spaces, transportation equipment, water systems, roofing, and building interiors. Projects have also included updates to the FFA barn and classroom spaces, along with other district-wide improvements.
The district office project has remained a priority throughout that plan and is now moving forward due to increasing concerns with the current facility. About half of the existing offices operate out of a modular structure that has exceeded its expected lifespan and continues to present ongoing maintenance challenges.
After reviewing multiple options, the Board determined that constructing a new building is the most practical and sustainable solution.
The project will also allow for the repurposing of part of the current office space for Community Health & Wellness. That organization has secured a $500,000 grant to renovate the space and expand access to healthcare and behavioral health services for students, staff, and the broader community. District leaders say the partnership will help reduce barriers to care, particularly in rural areas, by bringing services closer to students at no cost to the district.
Technology improvements will also be a key component of the new building. The district office currently houses critical infrastructure supporting all school operations, and upgrades are expected to improve reliability and reduce outages caused by severe weather. Triad has secured E-Rate funding to offset nearly $100,000 of those costs.
The new district office will serve as a centralized hub for district operations, including student enrollment, human resources, and administrative offices. Plans call for space to accommodate approximately 14 staff members, including six administrative offices and eight support staff offices.
District officials say the project reflects Triad’s continued focus on responsible planning, efficient use of resources, and meeting the evolving needs of students, staff, and the community.
