Skip to main content
District

Bond Construction Projects

School Construction Bond Updates

Thank you, voters!
 

 


In February 2026, University Place voters approved a bond measure to replace Sunset Primary School, replace Chambers Primary School, and renovate Curtis High School.  The buildings are more than 50 years old and nearing the end of their useful life. 

New facilities at all three schools will open in Fall 2031. 

Follow along as we make progress on these new school buildings.  

Projects included in our bond

  • Curtis High School

    Renovate school on its current site to improve security and modernize learning spaces

  • Sunset Primary School

    Replace school with a new building on its current site

  • Chambers Primary

    Replace school with a new building on its current site

  • Improving Recreational Facilities

    Improve playgrounds, fields and other recreational facilities in the district

Renovate Curtis High School

Renovate school on its current site to improve security and modernize learning spaces:

  • Demolish CHS 100, 200, 300 and 400E buildings
  • Connect the CHS 400W and 500 buildings to create a more secure “main building”
  • Build new music classrooms and a Performing Arts Center for music and theater
  • Add modern Career and Technical Education (CTE) classroom spaces
  • Add improved classrooms for Special Education Programs
  • Improve the HVAC system at building 400W
  • Improve access and parking

Replace Sunset Primary School & Chambers Primary School

Replace each school with a new building on its current site:

  • Create dedicated educational spaces and eliminate portable classrooms
  • Build separate cafeteria and gym spaces
  • Add designated music and special education classrooms
  • Build seismic and energy efficiency systems to current standards
  • Redesign transportation access and parking
  • Modernize plumbing, HVAC, exterior windows and roof

Improving Recreational/Athletic Facilities

Available funding from the bond will be used to improve playgrounds, fields and other recreational facilities in the district. Potential projects include:

  • Field turf
  • Improvements at the Aquatic Center
  • Improved playgrounds
  • Improve other recreational facilities (i.e., tennis courts, baseball/softball fields)

Specific projects will be selected based on community input and identified needs.

 

Project Timelines

Architect Selection & Pre-design: February to May 2026
Design & Planning: May 2026 to Summer 2028
Construction: Begins Summer 2028 (Curtis High School will remain open during construction)

Grand Opening: Fall 2031


Note: Timelines are subject to change based on construction schedules.

Architect Selection & Pre-design: Spring to December 2028
Design & Planning: Fall 2028 to Spring 2030
Construction: Begins Summer 2030 (Chambers Primary will remain open during construction)

Grand Opening: Fall 2031

Demolition of Old Chambers Primary, Final Site Work: Begins Late 2031

 

Note: Timelines are subject to change based on construction schedules.

Architect Selection & Pre-design: Spring to December 2028
Design & Planning: Fall 2028 to Spring 2030
Construction: Begins Summer 2030 (Sunset Primary will remain open during construction)

Grand Opening: Fall 2031

Demolition of Old Sunset Primary, Final Site Work: Begins Late 2031

 

Note: Timelines are subject to change based on construction schedules.

  • Architect Selection & Pre-design: February to May 2026
    Design & Planning: May 2026 to Summer 2028
    Construction: Begins Summer 2028 (Curtis High School will remain open during construction)

    Grand Opening: Fall 2031


    Note: Timelines are subject to change based on construction schedules.

  • Architect Selection & Pre-design: Spring to December 2028
    Design & Planning: Fall 2028 to Spring 2030
    Construction: Begins Summer 2030 (Chambers Primary will remain open during construction)

    Grand Opening: Fall 2031

    Demolition of Old Chambers Primary, Final Site Work: Begins Late 2031

     

    Note: Timelines are subject to change based on construction schedules.

  • Architect Selection & Pre-design: Spring to December 2028
    Design & Planning: Fall 2028 to Spring 2030
    Construction: Begins Summer 2030 (Sunset Primary will remain open during construction)

    Grand Opening: Fall 2031

    Demolition of Old Sunset Primary, Final Site Work: Begins Late 2031

     

    Note: Timelines are subject to change based on construction schedules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have additional questions? Contact us and we’ll be happy to help!

  • Updates will be shared through district communications and public reports.

Building Tomorrow, Together

Follow us on Facebook

 

Survey: Your Curtis High School Design Input*Coming Spring 2026

Survey: Your Chambers & Sunset Primary School Design Input*Coming Fall 2028