The Groff Elementary gym before the removal of the floor. The Moses Lake School District was able to save the gator, located in the middle of the floor, which it plans to display as a keepsake in the building.
November 4, 2025
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Groff Elementary renovations underway
MOSES LAKE – The ongoing renovation of Groff Elementary School is making significant strides, as the Moses Lake School District takes measures to rectify construction deficiencies within the building, according to Director of Public Relations Ryan Shannon. The district has been actively removing elements that pose safety concerns, including the complete removal of the gym floor. In an official statement released on October 31, 2025, the district confirmed that the previous gym floor was fully removed due to necessary mitigation efforts.