June Construction Update: Elementary #21

Excitement continues to build at Elementary #21, which launched its name search last week! Students, staff, families and community members are invited to submit name ideas for the District’s newest elementary through Sept. 27, 2019. A committee will then narrow the selection, ask for additional community input, further narrow choices and then submit a few ideas for board approval. 

In June, insulation was installed throughout the building and drywalling continued. Interior finishes and mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) rough ins are in progress, as is exterior masonry work and window installations. Additionally, the project received permit approval from the Washington State Department of Transportation for the Maltby Road improvement. This will allow all of the offsite drainage to be constructed, as well as the creation of a roundabout and other roadway improvements. Additionally, the detention pond is being excavated, which will hold stormwater and help mitigate flooding. 

During the month of July, horizontal directional drilling will begin. This process, similar to boring, will connect water pipes to the school. Horizontal directional drilling, rather than excavating to lay pipes, is being used because of the proximity to the neighboring residential community. 

Continue to follow the school’s progress by visiting our construction page or by viewing the live construction camera.