Progress Reports 2019-20
Facilities Update: December 2020
The 2015 Bond Program is in its final year, and the transformation of mid-20th-century schools and facilities into educational centers designed to empower young learners for the next century is coming to fruition. Here is a recap of recently completed projects and the status of remaining renovations.
The small playground, outdoor basketball court and large playfield at Hyer Elementary are complete with new equipment and sod. The traditional Hyer wrought iron exterior sign that is being restored is expected to be installed this winter. Inside the new school, millwork in the beautiful arched entryway is complete and final painting projects are underway. Minor interior work will continue throughout the winter.
Construction on the new student entry at Highland Park High School is nearing completion. Exterior brick and cast stone installation is on schedule to be completed this month. Interior finishes to the HPHS entry, second-story classrooms and new lecture hall are also on schedule for completion by the end of winter break, in time for students to use the space when classes resume in January.
The natatorium infill area construction at HPHS is progressing. This month, the last basement wall and slab were poured. The new classrooms and labs will start to take shape over the next several months. The new space is scheduled for completion in August 2021.
Facilities Update: June 2020
Facilities Update: May 2020
Hyer Elementary School, Highland Park High School renovations and natatorium, as well as the multi-use building and Highlander Stadium are on track for completion before the start of the 2020-21 school year. A slide show of photos and updates can be viewed here.
Aerial view of the new Hyer ElementaryFacilities Update: April 2020
Steel is going up at Hyer Elementary School. Phase 2 and 3 at Highland Park High School begin with renovations to the offices, boiler room and cafeteria. The pool underground piping is near completion. Stadium renovations began in February and are on track. View a slide show of photos here -plus, a video of progress at Hyer Elementary School.
Facilities Update: March 2020
Despite the school closures, construction continues as planned at Hyer Elementary School, Highland Park High School and the multi-use building. Read a recap here.
Facilities Update: February 2020
Renovations have started at Highlander Stadium with work scheduled to be complete by the end of July. An update is provided to include progress at Hyer Elementary School, Highland Park High School and the multi-use building.
Pictured above is a glimpse of progress made to the new natatorium.
Facilities Update: January 2020
Hyer Elementary School is on schedule for completion for the 2020-21 school year. An updated report is included below with updates on the high school renovations and multi-use building.
Facilities Update: November 2019
Highland Park ISD continues to make progress with design and construction related to the $361.4 million bond election approved by voters in November 2015.
Facilities Update: October 2019
Highland Park ISD continues to make progress with design and construction related to the $361.4 million bond election approved by voters in November 2015.
Facilities Update: September 2019
Highland Park ISD continues to make progress with design and construction related to the $361.4 million bond election approved by voters in November 2015.
Facilities Update: August 2019
Highland Park ISD continues to make progress with design and construction related to the $361.4 million bond election approved by voters in November 2015.
Facility progress reports are emailed to parents and staff through HPISD's eNewsletter. Each monthly update is posted below.
Facilities Update: June 2019
Highland Park ISD continues to make progress with design and construction related to the $361.4 million bond election approved by voters in November 2015.
Facility progress reports are emailed to parents and staff through HPISD's eNewsletter. Each monthly update is posted below.
Facilities Update: June 2020
Hyer Elementary School is making great progress and is on track to open in August 2020. Rooftop AC units were installed via helicopter. High school renovations are making progress with work expected to be complete for the start of the school year. New natatorium infill classrooms and labs are scheduled to be complete in August 2021. The Multi-Use Building is nearly finished with trophy case glass and flooring nearly completed. The Highlander Stadium is on track and scheduled to be ready by end of July 2020. Plus, painting has started at Boone Elementary School. Read the full report below.