Originally constructed in the 1930s—with later additions in 1960 and 2001—the existing facilities were fully renovated while preserving key historic elements taking a historic high school and turning it into a modern elementary school serving PreK through 5th grade. The renovation included the addition of 28 new classrooms to support current and future enrollment.

The site was reconfigured to improve safety and functionality, incorporating a community-accessible walking track, expanded parking, and clearly separated circulation for buses, parent and visitor drop-off, staff, and service traffic, including onsite bus parking.

Building features include:

• Built-in storage and natural lighting through large windows in every classroom
• LED lighting throughout the school with occupancy sensors
• Individually adjustable climate controls in every classroom &instructional space, fully integrated central HVAC control system
• Spray-foam insulation and dual-pane glazing retrofitted into entire existing 1930’s building to bring up to current energy efficiency standards
• Extensive integration of original construction features while incorporating modern technology/use patterns
• Metal shingles to match original appearance utilized on historic portion of building, natural stone exterior elements to match local historical monuments, light roof colors for reduced cooling loads utilized throughout project
• Re-constructed Portico and Cupola structures with maintenance-free materials and finishes
• Dedicated gymnasium with retractable stadium seating and stage area, assembly classroom, and workout room
• Dedicated media center, computer lab and multi-purpose assembly classroom in main building capable of independent, simultaneous use
• Multiple “flex room” classrooms for future expansion/use as needed
• A hardened area for occupant protection against disastrous weather