MAY 2024 BOND

Bond Program Update – May 2026

With the support of our community, the 2024 Bond Program continues to move forward, bringing safe, innovative, and inspiring learning environments to students across the district. Since its approval in May 2024, design and construction efforts have made steady progress districtwide.

• High Pointe Elementary School – Construction on Phase 3, including the new Fine Arts wing, is nearing completion, with Phase 4 scheduled to begin in late May. Delivery of new furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FFE) is anticipated in Summer 2026.

• L. Kim Lewis Auxiliary Services Center/Transportation Facility – The district purchased land North of La Toska restaurant to support the future expansion of the L. Kim Lewis Auxiliary Services Facility. The design team worked closely with the City’s Planning and Development Department to complete the required rezoning application process. The Planning & Zoning Committee approved the application and recommended it for City Council approval in September and October 2025, allowing the District to move forward with the project. The design team is currently continuing work on the project design phase.

• Seven buses were purchased in Fall 2025 and delivered in January 2026, including three 54-passenger buses and four 77-passenger buses. An additional 10 buses were purchased in May 2026, including three Special Education (SPED) 54-passenger buses and seven 77-passenger buses, with delivery anticipated in August 2026.

• Lacy Enrollment Center – Phase 1 construction began in January 2026 and includes roof and HVAC upgrades, exterior improvements, fire sprinkler installation, interior renovations, and dedicated space for STRIVE and Hilltop, allowing the TLC to function as a swing space. Current work includes reframing the Police Department area, mechanical demolition, and roof improvements.

• Waterford Oaks Elementary School – Construction is scheduled to begin June 1 and will include roof and HVAC upgrades, exterior improvements, fire sprinklers, renovations to interior spaces such as restrooms and the library, stage lighting upgrades, flooring, painting, cabinetry, FFE, and enhanced security features. During renovations, the school will temporarily relocate to TLC, giving contractors full access to the building. Project completion is expected in July 2027.

• Plummer Elementary School – Construction begins June 1 and includes new furniture, stage lighting and sound upgrades, roof and HVAC improvements to the 2001 addition, fire sprinklers, new Health Science Academy classrooms, interior renovations, and enhanced security features. The project will be completed in phases, with anticipated completion by July 2027.

• Cedar Hill High School – Design work began in October 2025 in preparation for renovations that will include elevator and water heater replacements, new gym bleachers, classroom updates, roof and HVAC improvements, Performing Arts Center enhancements, updated seating, interior renovations, FFE, and additional security upgrades. The design team has continued meeting with district and campus leadership throughout the planning process.

• Bessie Coleman Middle School – Design work began in January 2026 and includes planned upgrades to boilers, elevators, roof and HVAC systems, fire sprinklers, Fine Arts spaces such as the black box theatre, art, orchestra, and dance areas, stage lighting and sound, interior renovations, FFE, and security enhancements. The design team has collaborated with district and campus leadership throughout the design phase.

• Technology Upgrades – As part of the 2024 Bond Program, technology infrastructure improvements funded through Prop A are currently underway across the district. Key upgrades include a districtwide internet bandwidth increase from 5GB to 15GB, core server infrastructure upgrades, Disaster Recovery site implementation, replacement of core network switches, a districtwide wireless refresh, and internet firewall upgrades.

• Prop B technology purchases in August 2024 included interactive whiteboards, document cameras, and new teacher and student devices to support classroom instruction and learning.

• Together, these upgrades are strengthening the district’s technology infrastructure, improving reliability and connectivity, and supporting modern, future-ready learning environments across all campuses.

The district remains committed to transparent communication and the responsible stewardship of bond funds as these projects move forward, ensuring safe, modern, and inspiring learning environments for all scholars.

We are committed to keeping our community informed every step of the way. This bond represents more than buildings and renovations, it is an investment in the future, opportunities, and success of every scholar we serve.

To learn more about the scope of work for each campus included in the 2024 Bond Program, please visit the Prop A and Prop B project pages.