Capital Projects

The Issaquah School District Capital Projects Department manages land acquisition, planning and design, bidding, construction, modernization and renovation of schools and District facilities.

In 1990, student enrollment was 8,600. The District had just three high schools, three middle schools and seven elementary schools. By 2002, enrollment had climbed to 14,500. Today nearly 21,000 students attend four high schools, six expanded middle schools, and 16 elementary schools. Over the last 10 years, Capital Projects has successfully managed approximately $325 million in projects and our schools and support service centers are modern, efficient, cost effective, and equitable district-wide.

A variety of sustainable strategies have been used to enhance the learning environment while reducing maintenance and operational costs. Since 2001, new construction has increased the total District building space 36.2% while energy usage has decreased 2%.

2016 Bond Projects

Thanks to the generous support of Issaquah School District residents, the 2016 School Construction and Maintenance Bond provided a $533 million investment in the future of Issaquah School District students, teachers and families.

Design & Planning

High School #4

New High School #4 is scheduled to open in Fall 2024 and will serve approximately 1800 students in grades 9-12. The 220,000-square-foot building will help reduce student populations at Issaquah and Skyline High Schools, and meet the District's needs for future growth in the central corridor and Sammamish Plateau.

Elementary School #17

New Elementary #17 continues to be in the planning and land use permitting process. Please see ISD press release dated 11/24/21 for more information related to the delay of construction of E-17.

Under Construction

Cougar Mountain Middle School

The new middle school (formerly known as Middle School #6) is scheduled to open in early 2022 and will serve 850 students in grades 6-8. The 130,000-square-foot building will help reduce student populations at five existing middle schools and meet the District's needs into the future.

View of front entry and driveway at Cedar Trails — Cedar Trails Elementary School

Elementary #16 opened August 2021. It is located on the Issaquah-Pine Lake Road on a portion of a 13-acre site known locally as the Volpe property.

View of Beaver Lake Middle School with new exterior paint at entrance — Beaver Lake Middle School Renovation

The project provides HVAC upgrades, added storage for the Music program, new covered play area and various cosmetic updates to the 23 year old Plateau middle school.

Complete

View of front entrance of Pine Lake Middle School with field in back — Pine Lake Middle School Rebuild

Originally built in 1974, construction on the new Pine Lake Middle School was complete in September 2018, providing a new learning environment with updated technology and energy efficient operations.

Cougar Ridge Elementary School Expansion & Remodel

Expansion project at Cougar Ridge improved safety and security and increased permanent capacity to accommodate growing school population.

Front of New Issaquah School District Admin building — Central Administration Building

The Issaquah School District acquired an office building to relocate its administrative offices. The new building is located at 5150 220th Ave. S.E., Issaquah.

View of new classroom wing at Endeavour — Endeavour Elementary School Expansion & Remodel

Expansion project at Endeavour improved safety and security and increased permanent capacity to accommodate growing school population.

View of new classroom wing at Discovery — Discovery Elementary School Expansion & Remodel

Expansion project at Discovery improved safety and security and increased permanent capacity to accommodate growing school population.

Photo of the new wing at Sunset Elementary — Sunset Elementary School Expansion

Expansion project at Sunset increased permanent capacity due to anticipated enrollment growth.

2012 Bond Projects

Thanks to the generous support of Issaquah School District residents, the 2012 School Construction and Maintenance Bond provided a $219 million investment in the future of Issaquah School District students, teachers and families.

Design & Planning

Photo of new press box at issaquah highschool — Issaquah High School Stadium Improvements

Renovation and expansion of the press box and visitor side seating at Issaquah HS stadium.

Complete

View of front entrance plaza at Liberty High — Liberty High School Addition & Modernization

Addition and Modernizations to Liberty increasing student capacity with state of the art teaching environments. To capitalize on connectivity, the design provides socially interactive common areas - both inside and out – and a welcoming entry to give the school a sense of place and community presence.

Front entrance view of Sunny Hills — Sunny Hills Elementary School Rebuild

A new two-story school was constructed on the existing play field and adjacent property, along with temporary bus loop and outdoor play area. The project scope included demolition of the old school and site development including: play areas, rain gardens, new bus loop and a wetland buffer. On site-portables were remodeled and maintained for future growth.

Exterior view of Gibson Ek Commons — Gibson Ek High School

Designs for converting Gibson EK for the renovation and addition provided flexible and diverse learning spaces. The Commons includes a theatrical stage, lounge area, individual cooking and an informal library that opens directly to the exterior to expand the learning environment.

View of new Clark classroom wing — Clark Elementary School Rebuild

To meet increased capacity at Clark Elementary School, a classroom program expansion and a new gymnasium were developed as a three-story addition—the first for Issaquah School District—in order to fit on the constrained site.

Issaquah Middle School Rebuild

Construction on the new Issaquah Middle School was complete in September 2016, providing a new learning environment with updated technology and energy efficient operations.

Apollo Elementary School Addition & Modernization

Expansion project at Apollo improved safety and security and increased permanent capacity to accommodate growing school population.

Issaquah Valley Elementary School Addition & Modernization

Expansion project at Issaquah Valley improved safety and security and increased permanent capacity to accommodate growing school population.

Skyline High School Grandstand & Stadium Improvements

New home grandstand for up to 2500 spectators. End zone facilities include offices, team rooms, concessions and storage.

Small Works Roster

Illustration of the Liberty High School Performing Arts Building — *Illustration of Liberty High School Performing Arts Building by Kendall Lum, former Issaquah School District ACT student*

To be included on the District's Small Works Roster, please complete the application below and return by email to Debbie Rossen or mail to:

Issaquah School District

Capital Projects Department

5150 220th Ave. SE

Issaquah, WA 98029

Issaquah School District Small Works Roster Application 2020

The Issaquah School District maintains its own Small Works Roster. The Small Works Process may be used on public works projects with an estimated cost of $350,000 or less. Please make note of the following if you wish to complete an application:

Application must be printed and signed.
Applicant must be able to provide a current Certificate of Insurance meeting District Requirements in order to perform work in the Issaquah School District.
Applicant must be able to provide a Performance/Payment Bond on projects over $35,000.

It is recommended that applicants refer to applicable state laws regarding Public Works and Prevailing Wage projects before submitting a Small Works Roster application:

RCW 18.27 Registration of Contractors
RCW 39.12 Prevailing Wages on Public Works
RCW 39.08 Contractor’s Bond
RCW 60.28 Retainage, Liens
RCW 39.04.350 Bidder Responsibilities

Note: Beginning July 1, 2019, all businesses are required to have training before bidding and/or performing work on public works projects: https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/public-works-projects/contractors-employers/contractor-training

If you need further information regarding the Issaquah School District Small Works Roster, please call the Capital Projects Department, 425-837-7040.

Water Quality Standards and Testing Procedures

The Issaquah School District contracted with PBS Engineering and Environmental Inc., to perform its routine water safety testing in 2018. The facilities and sites tested included all 15 elementary schools, all five middle schools, and all four high schools in addition to the administration building and three operational complexes. None of the facilities were found to have systemic or facility-wide lead contamination in the drinking water.

The EPA has set an action level of 15 parts per billion (ppb) of lead in a one liter sample in public water systems. In order to distinguish between a problem at the source and a problem within a specific building, i.e. the pipes, fixture, or other components like solder, the EPA has set the individual action level at 20 ppb for a 250 ml sample. However, the ISD has historically taken action when results come back over 15 ppb for a 250 ml sample and used this threshold again in our latest round of testing.

Individual fixtures at some facilities were found to exceed the EPA recommended action level of less than 20 parts per billion (ppb) lead, indicating localized contamination. The typical cause of lead contamination at the Issaquah School District facilities appeared to be lead-containing fixtures, lead-containing (brass) fittings, and/or lead-containing pipe joint solder.

All potential drinking water sources were tested, including every drinking fountain, sink, ice machines, hose bib, bathroom sinks, staff and all classroom sinks, kitchen prep faucets, water bottle stations, instant hot water faucets, and hose bibs where an athlete might fill their water bottle as well as emergency showers and locker room showers.

Sinks labeled “non-potable” indicating the water is not suitable for drinking, custodial closet sinks, dedicated dish washing equipment and sinks, and specialized hand washing areas not affiliated with food preparation were not tested.

Building by building results are available below. (Note, Cedar Trails Elementary and Cougar Mountain Middle School were constructed after this report was completed). To view the report in its entirety, please use this link to access the full report document.