Electrical service upgrades to support the HVAC upgrades are underway and 90% completed. The added rooftop duct works has been installed along with the rain covering. Outdoor condensate units, indoor units and outdoor units with cages and the vertical covering for the DX Piping have all been installed. 

The main electrical switchgear is installed and the new Wireless Pelican Thermostats are installed campus wide.

A view of the new outdoor condensate units along with cages and vertical covers.

View of newly added HVAC rooftop ducts.

The Facilities team has been preparing the campus for safe, in-person learning. Below is an update on the many projects that are completed, in progress, or set to begin in the future.

 HVAC upgrades to buildings A, B, D, E, F , G, H, J,K , L, M , N and P.

We are excited for the upgrades and installation of new Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) at Will Rogers. The great news is that Will Rogers has received their chillers and major units where this equipment is delayed at other schools. The HVAC units have been installed, but there has been a slight delay in the electrical service upgrade. Once we receive approval, the new transformers will be installed. We anticipate the HVAC systems will be working by early October.

Despite delays on HVAC installation, the rooms have been adjusted to prepare provide health protective ventilation on day one. 

Security Cameras

Security cameras have been fully installed, programmed and staff has been trained in the operation of the security system. Security cameras are located around the perimeter of the campus and outdoor areas. They will support increased safety and property management.

Asphalt

The Maintenance Department had planned to repair and replace the asphalt in front of rooms 507 to 511. Due to the other work occurring this summer, this work has been deferred to winter break.

We are pleased to provide you with this modernization update and looking forward to a great start to the new school year!

The districtwide HVAC project is well underway. Indoor and outdoor HVAC units have been received. We should have all the indoor fans running by Aug 10^th.  

Campus Planning Process

Over the course of 2020 the District worked with Johnson Favaro Architects, school teachers and staff and the local community to assess the existing campus and develop long range plans to align the facility with the District Education Specifications.

School and Community voices were heard during multiple meetings, including two community meetings last year.  Suggestions from those meetings were incorporated into the Campus Plans.

Rendering of Will Rogers Campus Plan

Campus Plans will be presented to the Board sometime this Spring, and the design of first proejcts are anticipated to start by summer 2021.

Bottle fillers have been installed in multiple locations on campus to encourage the use of refillable containers. Encouraging lower use of plastics is part of the district's sustainability goals.