SCHOOLYARD RENDERINGS PRODUCED BY UWM’S School of Architecture and Urban Planning (SARUP)

*Renderings are intended plans for the schoolyard and are subject to change.

Lowell International School - Before Redevelopment

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Lowell International Elementary School is located in the Kinnickinnic River Watershed and the city's Separated Sewer System. In 2025, Lowell was awarded a schoolyard redevelopment planning grant to develop a common vision for a greener, healthier schoolyard. The school and surrounding neighborhood community worked collaboratively with support from project partners to develop a conceptual plan that includes new green spaces that manage stormwater, provide improved recreation and education opportunities, and inspire students to take care of the environment.

The school is actively fundraising to help transform their conceptual plan into reality through December 2026.

Learn About the Plan

DRAFT Final Conceptual Plan Design (June 2025)

Lowell International School - Before redevelopment

Aerial Perspective Drawing showing trees, bioswales, outdoor learning spaces, and new play features like nature play, gaga ball and soccer.

Perspective Drawing showing a bioswale with pathway, trees, grass hills, nature play features, and new playground equipment.

Perspective drawing showing pathways leading to a central gathering area, loose parts play, a nature play structure, seating, and trees for shade and stormwater management.