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Charles Graebner Elementary School

Bond 2020
Program Phase 3 School
Status: Under Construction

Planned Scope of Work

  • New 2-story academic building with classrooms, science labs and support spaces
  • New Library
  • Music rooms for Mariachi and Orchestra
  • Renovate kitchen and cafeteria
  • New playground
  • Renovate existing parking lot
  • Landscaping throughout the site  

Project Information

The district provided an update on the Graebner Elementary bond project during a community meeting on Jan. 30, 2025, at Collins Garden Elementary. The meeting also included updates for Collins Garden Elementary and Burbank High School. View the meeting presentation below and the information in the Project Q&A tab above for the latest on the project – and check back for updates.

Meeting presentation

Progress highlights  

Updated 1/31/25

Questions & Answers:
Bond 2020 Renovations at Graebner ES


What is the status of renovations at Graebner Elementary? 
Graebner Elementary renovations are in progress and expected to be completed in summer 2026. 

What is included in the renovation? 
The renovation includes a new two-story academic building with classrooms, science labs and support spaces; library improvements; music rooms; a renovated kitchen and cafeteria; new playground; renovated parking lot; and landscaping throughout the site. 

Additionally, the campus will receive security and technology upgrades, along with all SAISD schools.   

When will construction be completed? 
Construction is currently on track to be completed in summer 2026. 

When will we be able to use the newly renovated spaces? 
Once the project is completed, a move-in date that coincides with a school break would need to be selected for move-in to the new spaces. 

How can I stay informed about the progress of the project? 
In addition to future community meetings and periodic updates from your campus, you can follow progress:   
 
  - On the bond website. You can also use the Bond 2020 button at the bottom left of the Graebner Elementary homepage to link directly to your school’s project page.  
 
  - On Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by following San Antonio ISD 

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Video Highlight
Graebner Elementary progress video (June 2024)
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Photo Gallery
  • Community bond update meeting | January 2025

  • Graebner ES new academic building / Jan 2025

  • Graebner ES new academic building | November 2024

  • Graebner ES stairway new academic building | November 2024

Renderings are conceptual and may differ from final design.
Charles Graebner ES logo

Project Team
General Contractor:  
Gilbane Building Company

Architect:  
VLK Architects, Inc.

SAISD Project Manager:  
Construction & Development Services Dept.

Trustee District #4:  
Arthur V. Valdez

Total Allocated Budget
$45,557,097

The total allocated budget, which includes architectural, engineering, and construction costs, may differ from the original budget due to program modifications necessitated by the rising cost of construction, the implementation of strategic district initiatives, or other program impacts

 

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