A new elementary school for a growing district. Incorporating the sloped site into the design, the academic wing projects from the hill, providing a covered outdoor learning area below. The main corridor connects all functions of the school while providing ample amounts of natural light. A secure entrance to the Gymnasium and Cafeteria provides after-hours use. The cafeteria is stationed at the end of the building with expansive glass walls, offering a view towards the students’ next destination on their educational journey.
PROJECT SCOPE:
Size: 73,000 SF
Budget: $21,300,000
Completion Date: August 2021
Location: Blue Ridge, Texas
OWNER:
Blue Ridge Independent School District
CONTRACTOR:
Gallagher Construction
WHEN WHO YOU WORK WITH MATTERS
"Blue Ridge ISD has worked with WRA since 2017 on a District-wide Facility Assessment, a successful Bond Election campaign, several renovations, and our new elementary school. It has been a pleasure working with WRA's talented staff. They have been customer-focused from the beginning and quick to respond to our needs.”
Matt Kimball
Superintendent of Schools
Blue Ridge ISD
