Envisioned to look more like a high tech office complex than a traditional high school, this new concept serves 2,000 students from all over the Mesquite School District. Unlike the District's traditional high schools, Mesquite ISD’s Dr. David Vroonland Vanguard High School does not offer extracurricular programs like fine arts and athletics; rather, the curriculum is intensely focused on academics and career or college preparation.
The campus features four schools and the following programs:
School of Engineering: auto collision; auto tech; engineering, robotics and logistics
School of Technology: computer programming; graphic design; visualization and animation
School of Construction Science: architecture and construction technology
School of Health Sciences: dental assistant; EMT; medical assistant; pharmacy technician; sports medicine; simulation lab with nurse desk; and firefighter simulation.
Opened in 2021, the 264,000 SF campus features a central open commons area, four classroom wings, a walking trail, courtyards, and outdoor learning spaces.
PROJECT SCOPE:
Size: 264,000 SF
Budget: $66,705,800
Completion Date: Summer 2021
Location: Mesquite, Texas
OWNER:
Mesquite Independent School District
CONTRACTOR:
Pogue Construction
Awards:
2019 Outstanding Design Award, School Planning & Management Magazine
WHEN WHO YOU WORK WITH MATTERS
“WRA has been an exceptional partner to Mesquite ISD over many decades. Their vision and work have been very positive. On renovations, they meet every expectation to keep the school open and safe throughout construction while minimizing disruptions to staff and students in the classrooms.”
David Vroonland
Superintendent of Schools
Mesquite ISD
