San Antonio ISD - Bond 2020 Campus Projects

Bond 2020
Program Phase 3 School
Status: Design Development

Planned Scope of Work

Overhaul or replace all classrooms and science labs
Overhaul or replace special education classrooms
Upgrade fine arts spaces and build performing arts addition
Overall or replace gyms, locker rooms and Physical Education support spaces
Overhaul or replace student dining and kitchen
Overhaul or replace auditorium
Overhaul or replace main office and main entrance to include secured vestibule
Replace old exterior windows with new energy efficient windows in spaces receiving renovations
Complete overhaul and update to mechanical systems to the latest energy efficiency and indoor air quality standards
New sports fields
New or replacement of outdoor learning opportunities
Add or replace outdoor learning opportunities
Re-pave and re-surface parking lots and driveways
New interior and exterior security cameras
New security vestibule

Project Information
Project Q&A

Project Information

The district hosted an in-person community meeting at M.L. King Academy on Jan. 14, 2025, to provide an update on Bond 2020 renovations for King Academy, Smith Elementary, Davis Middle School, and Sam Houston 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

Updated 1/15/25

Questions & Answers:
Bond 2020 Renovations at M.L. King Academy

What is the status of renovations at M.L. King Academy?
The M.L. King Academy renovations are currently in design. To help address industry pressures during the pandemic, the bond projects were placed in phases to stagger construction. The design for King Academy, which was placed in Phase 3, is being revised to accommodate additional students the campus will receive under Rightsizing. The architect is expected to share the new designs with the community this spring.

When will construction begin on our school?
The district expects to break ground on the renovation by December 2025, barring any adverse weather or unforeseen circumstances that may cause delays.

What is included in the renovation?
The current King Academy campus will be substantially renovated, including classrooms; science labs; fine arts space (and a performing arts addition will be built); gym; athletic and P.E. support spaces, such as locker rooms; cafeteria and kitchen; auditorium; main office and main entrance; window replacement; mechanical systems; parking lots and driveways; and playground.

When will we be able to move into our renovated school?
Construction will last about two years from the groundbreaking, and then a move-in date that coincides with a school break would need to be selected for move-in to the new M.L. King Academy.

Which grades will be served at the renovated campus?
After the renovation, M.L. King Academy will remain an academy. However, in addition to Head Start through 8th grades, it will also serve pre-kindergarten students.

How will parents and students have a voice in the process?
Your principal will be forming a Project Advisory Team that includes parents, students, teachers, and community members to represent the larger M.L. King Academy community. The group will provide input on the project during the design phase.

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 M.L. King Academy homepage to link directly to your school’s project page.

- On Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by following San Antonio ISD

Photo Gallery

M.L. King Academy community bond update meeting | January 2025
M.L. King Academy community bond update meeting | January 2025

Renderings are conceptual and may differ from final design.

Project Team
General Contractor:
Joeris General Contractors

Architect:
Moody Nolan Architects

SAISD Project Manager:
Construction & Development Services Dept.

Trustee District #2:
Alicia Sebastian

Total Allocated Budget**
$49,329,445

**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.