FORT KNOX, Ky. – Fort Knox leaders were joined by members of the Army Corps of Engineers and the Department of Defense Education Activity March 28 to tour the construction site of the future Van Voorhis Elementary School.
According to Louisville District Corps of Engineers Commander Col. Eric Crispino, the new school broke ground in December 2021 and has an estimated phase-one construction completion timeframe of April 2024.
Commanding General of U.S. Army Cadet Command and Fort Knox Maj. Gen. Johnny Davis said the new school represents an exciting opportunity for both students and the installation.
“It’s great news,” said Davis. “We’re going to get a 21st century school to replace a 64-year-old facility that’s focused and built around the student. This is a full investment in our military’s future — its children.”
Davis, who toured the site with Fort Knox Garrison Commander Col. Lance O’Bryan and Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. William Fogle, said the new facility will be completely modern and offer the latest technology to staff and students.
Phase two of the construction is expected to be completed in October 2024, with the construction of final projects like parking, a bus loop and playground equipment. The school is expected to open its doors for students to attend in the 2025-26 academic year.
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