Charlotte Public Schools hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Monday, March 14, 2022 to celebrate the district’s new Agricultural Learning Center (ALC). The new barn-like facility, made possible through a $36 million bond approved by voters in November 2020, will double …
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Construction Industry Professionals Launch ACE Mentor Program for Capital Region Students
February 10, 2022 | Greater Lansing area high school students are getting hands-on experience with Architecture, Construction and Engineering industries this winter as the ACE Mentor Program Capital Region Chapter celebrates its inaugural season. Founded in 1994, the ACE Mentor …

Sustainable Lighting at Dexter Community Schools
Dexter Community Schools’ Early Elementary Complex was a $24.4 million project within a larger $71.7 million 2017 bond program (the campaigning for which Granger Construction assisted). The goal with this project was to update aging systems and build additional space …

Dexter Early Elementary Complex Receives CAM Award
Granger Construction was honored to be recognized at the 134th annual CAM Awards for its contributions to Dexter Community Schools’ new Early Elementary Complex. This was one of the top 12 projects recognized by the Construction Association of Michigan (CAM) and …

K-12 School Bonds: Things to Consider Before Voting
Every election brings a chance of finding a K-12 school bond proposal on your ballot. These bond proposals are a main source of funding for many K-12 school capital projects (aside from private donations and grants). To help make an …

Case Study: South Lyon Community Schools
In construction, contingency expenses can have a substantial impact on total project cost. Controlling these expenses is one reason why owners are wise to evaluate construction management firms beyond just the lowest first cost presented. An experienced and trusted CM …

Designing Schools for Modern Learning
Today, the world of education for students is significantly different than it was for previous generations. The skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the today’s hyper-connected and global economy require a different type of education. The tools students have …

Central Montcalm Public Schools Showcase New Addition
Central Montcalm Public Schools hosted an Open House on December 18, 2017 to show off the completed addition to the High School/Middle School. This addition now serves as the main entrance for the building. The addition, completed by Granger Construction, …

Photos: Dexter Community Schools Groundbreaking
In August of 2017, voters in the Dexter School District approved a $72 million bond to fund construction of a new elementary school along with other building and facility upgrades. The Dexter community selected Granger Construction as the construction manager …