February 2023 Design and Construction Update

District Administration is working closely with our design team (DLR Group) and contractors (Stahl Construction). Below you’ll find an updated summary of actions that have been taking place for Valerius Elementary.

PROJECT UPDATES

Valerius Elementary

• Grading on the east side is underway, will resume in March
• Curb and gutter completed
• Building envelope is enclosed and the building has heating
• All roofing is completed in all areas  
• Area A
  • Duct installations have been completed 
  • Drywall completed in electrical and mechanical rooms on 1st and 2nd floors and classrooms, cabinetry and flooring in progress
  • MEP rough-in has started and is ongoing on the 2nd floor; 1st and 2nd floor complete
  • In-wall inspections from the City have started 
  • 2nd floor framing is complete 
  • Sprinkler mains and branches are complete
  • Duct/pipe insulation complete 
  • FEMA and all other windows have been installed
  • Refrigeration is completed
• Area B
  • All exterior framing is complete
  • Exterior brick work is 95% complete
  • Exterior sheathing is completed
  • MEP rough-in has been completed
  • Interior second floor framing is complete
  • Sprinkler installation is complete
  • Framing of Learning stairs has started
  • Electrical and duct-work has started, commons is completed
  • Metal wall panels will be completed soon
• Area C
  • Interior CMU is complete
  • Window installation in gym area is completed
  • Metal Wall Panels are completed
  • MEP rough-in is completed
  • Boiler room equipment is being set and hook ups ongoing
  • Gym has been painted and lights are installed; baskets and gym equipment completed
  • Freezer and cooler are installed, hood is installed as well; kitchen flooring is done
• Area D
  • Exterior framing is complete
  • Sheathing and waterproofing has been completed
  • Chilled and hot water supply and returns are completed
  • Masonry work ongoing
  • Interior framing is completed
  • Overhead Inspections are ongoing
  • D2 is ready for paint, D1 is being sheetrocked
  • Remaining windows are being installed
• Scheduled to open Fall 2023-24