Bear Creek
Elementary
Community Construction Update
October 27, 2026
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Overview
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PART 1
Project
Reclassification
Understanding the shift from classroom additions to space-specific improvements.
PART 2
Current &
Additional Scope
Overview of current scope plus upcoming additional improvements.
PART 3
Anticipated
Project
Timeline
Start of work in Nov ‘26, current scope completion Jan ‘27, and additional scope completion Summer ‘27.
PART 4
Team + Q&A
Introduction of partners and stakeholders
Project Classification
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ORIGINAL SCOPE
Classroom additions
Learning neighborhood expansion including studios (classrooms), art/music rooms, collaboration areas, and professional learning center.
UPDATED SCOPE
Safety, outdoor learning and other improvements
Focuses on exterior safety improvements, outdoor learning expansion, access control, site maintenance, and interior acoustic upgrades.
Why Did the Scope Shift?
Campus enrollment projections:
Immediate Campus Impact:
Current and projected enrollment at the campus does not support the need for classroom additions.
Bond funds will be used to support student safety, expanded outdoor learning/recreation, and dining hall comfort.
Current Scope
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PURPOSE: COMMUNITY SAFETY
PURPOSE: STUDENT RECREATION
PURPOSE: OUTDOOR LEARNING EXPANSION
PURPOSE: ACCESS CONTROL
PURPOSE: EMERGENCY EGRESS
PURPOSE: GROUNDS MAINTENANCE
Removes existing barrier gates, patio fencing, and damaged fence panels to eliminate safety hazards.
Brush clearing, cleaning, and hydromulching within new fence line, tree protection, and silt fence removal to enhance outdoor recreation.
Install fencing along uphill side to expand playground space and secure campus boundaries.
Adds multiple vehicular gates and a new pedestrian gate to manage arrival/dismissal traffic flow and campus security.
Upgrades pedestrian gates with panic hardware, keyed exterior handles, and a designated Knox fire padlock gate.
Grind and smooth damaged sharp edges on existing limestone benches to restore safe outdoor seating.
Demolition & Removals
Site Prep & Clearing
New Fencing Installation
New Gates & Access Control
Hardware Retrofits
Site Repair
Site Plan
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Additional Scope
Outdoor Learning Expansion
Limits of Construction
Additional Scope
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Community & Student Benefit
Community & Student Benefit
Community & Student Benefit
Playground Stair & Ramp
Construction of a stair and ramp addition providing direct accessibility to the playground area.
Ensures safe, inclusive outdoor play and exercise access for all students, staff, and visiting families.
Cafeteria Acoustic Improvements
Acoustical treatments applied to cafeteria walls and ceilings to reduce reverberation and ambient noise.
Creates a quieter, lower-stress dining and gathering space for students, staff supervision, and events.
Additional Bike Racks
Installation of new bike racks in secure designated area near campus entrance.
Encourages active and environmentally friendly transit for students, staff, and neighborhood families.
Anticipated Schedule
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Nov. 2026
STR Constructors mobilizes on campus to set up temp fencing, tree protection, and initiate site clearing.
Jan. 2027
Completion target for fencing, gate installations, access control retrofits, and site seating repairs.
Aug. 2027
Completion target for playground stairs/ramp, cafeteria acoustical treatments, and bike rack additions.
Team
Project Team Contact Information:
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