Judson ISD—Veterans Memorial High School
Architect: Stantec
- “New 265,000 sf comprehensive high school – the high-growth district’s first in over 12 years – results of successful planning and collaboration
- Provides students diverse learning environments and programs for academic and career success
- Partnership with a local college allows students to earn transferable credits hours toward a Bachelor’s degree at no cost
- Represents community pride and dedication to providing opportunities for future generations”
Design
- Three-story building provides a super compact footprint without sacrificing the environments for learning spaces
- The central hub of the school, the Learning Resource Center, connects two academic wings and provides views overlooking the courtyard and cafeteria
- Designed with the master plan in mind and constructed in two phases to expedite student enrollment and school opening
Value
- Partnership with a local college allows students to earn transferrable credits hours toward a Bachelor’s degree at no cost
- Polished concrete floors provide long lifecycle and low maintenance
- Durable exterior materials (brick & metal panels)
Sustainability
- 100% daylighting in all academic spaces
- LED lighting and occupancy sensors throughout
- Energy efficient 4-pipe chilled water system
Community
- Partnerships with local businesses and post-secondary institutions
- The school was named to pay tribute to the military community and appreciation for their service
- Shared spaces for community uses – athletic and social events
- As a centerpiece of the community, the school provides new opportunities that connects the district to its community
Planning
- Comprehensive bond planning with district administrators, teachers and parents, resulted in concepts to address the increasing population and on how instruction would be delivered at the new school
- Phased construction was agreed upon to complete the 2400 student 375,000 SF High School
- Phase II adds 110,000 SF – academic spaces, Auditorium & Black Box, JROTC Facility, and additional CTE programs
School Transformation
- This project set out to transform the learning environment with a focus on college-bound & career-ready students
- Flex spaces on all academic wings
- Academic wings flank a central core that serves as a student hub that encourages collaboration and interaction
Star of Distinction Category Winner