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Kate Schenck Elementary School

Bond 2020
Program Phase 3 School
Status: Under Construction

Planned Scope of Work

  • New 2-story building with library, main classrooms, art, music, makerspace and learning commons 
  • New campus entrance and administrative area
  • New drop-off and pick up locations, and outdoor spaces
  • Kitchen and equipment upgrades 
  • Site and parking upgrades
  • Relocate central plant and provide HVAC, technology, and security updates 

Project Information

The district provided an update on the Schenck Elementary bond project during a community meeting on Jan. 29, 2025, at Highland Hills Elementary. The meeting also included updates for Highland Hills Elementary and Highlands 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 1/30/2025

Questions & Answers:
Bond 2020 Renovations at Schenck ES

What is the status of renovations at Schenck Elementary?
The Schenck Elementary renovation project is approximately 15% complete and is expected to be completed in December 2026.

What is included in the renovation?
Major renovations are underway and include a new academic building; new campus entrance and administrative area; new kitchen and equipment upgrades; relocated central plant; new drop-off and pick-up locations; and site and parking upgrades.

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

When will construction be completed?
Renovations are expected to be completed in December 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 Schenck 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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  • Schenck Elementary construction | January 2025

  • Schenck Elementary construction | January 2025

  • Schenck Elementary construction | January 2025

  • Community bond update meeting | January 2025

  • Schenck ES demolition project | November 2024

  • Schenck ES demolition project | November 2024

  • Schenck ES demolition project | November 2024

Renderings are conceptual and may differ from final design.
Kate Schenck ES logo

Project Team
General Contractor:  
Gilbane Building Company

Architect:  
VLK Architects, Inc.

SAISD Project Manager:  
Construction & Development Services Dept.

Trustee District #3:  
Leticia Ozuna

Total Allocated Budget
$41,517,393

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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