Overland High School
The revitalization of Overland High School includes many improvements to the existing school, which was built in 1978. Ceilings, flooring and cabinetry will be replaced, science labs will be updated, and the building's boilers and hot water system will be replaced. In addition, a state-of-the-art Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Center will be built on the Overland High School-Prairie Middle School campus. It is scheduled to open in August 2011.
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Overland High School
 
2008 Bond Project Info
 
2008 Enrollment 1,977
 
Size / Square Feet 331,530
 
Year Opened 1978
 
Site Acreage 66(Overland / Prairie Campus)
 
Architectural Firm Christiansen, Reece & Partners, PC Colorado Springs, CO
 
General Contractor Saunders Construction Englewood, CO
 
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Project Details
Remodel Projects
Replacement of older windows; electrical / lighting upgrades; flooring and carpeting upgrades; classroom casework replacements; ceiling replacements; door and hardware replacements

Electrical / Mechanical Projects
Replace classroom ceilings; replace emergency generator; add fire suppression to southwest areas; replace domestic hot water system; replace building heating boilers, cooling, and tower; upgrade science plumbing fixtures
 
Project Updates
Schools Transformed Over Summer
August 20, 2009
 
The sounds of lockers slamming and children talking were replaced with the rattling of jackhammers and buzzing of drills in the Cherry Creek School District this summer. The district is utilizing dollars approved in the 2008 bond election to renovate schools, build a new school, upgrade electrical systems and replace heating and ventilation systems. The Cherry Creek School District’s Facility Planning and Construction department is taking advantage of the time when students are out for su... [More]
 
 
Excitement Builds as Schools Prep for Renovation
March 02, 2009
 
Excitement is building as Mike Langlett and his crews forge ahead on renovations to Independence Elementary School and the other schools in the Cherry Creek School District scheduled for renovations and mechanical upgrades. Construction on Independence is scheduled to start in June. Plans for the renovation include remodeling classroom areas, student restrooms and an extension enclosure to provide more protection from the weather. The school’s electrical system will be updated, as well it... [More]