School Transformation, redefines the learning place in its nature, shape, character, and/or form in new or renovated facilities. At this intersection of learning and space, described by examples how this project inspires, motivates, and transforms the learning and teaching experience for students and staff.
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Alief ISD—Jefferson Early Learning Center
Alief ISD is a diverse, urban district spanning 36.6 square miles on the west side of Houston. 82.6% of students in Alief ISD qualify for free or reduced lunch, and the median household income is $46,655. Located on the corner of Bellaire Blvd and Howell Sugar Land Road, Alief ISD’s Jefferson Early Learning Center campus is organized into two villages providing students with a sense of community and place. |
Alief ISD—Maria del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center
New construction pre-kindergarten campus for 558 students; it is the inaugural early childhood center for the district and the prototype for a sister campus and future iterations. Configuration of the 79,000 sf campus is inspired by a village concept; the outdoor playgrounds are a prevalent feature and are surrounded by a winding pathway and six neighborhoods. Immersive learning is at the core and all aspects of the building are tactile and visually stimulating. |
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Angleton ISD—Angleton High School CTE Center
As part of the 2019 Bond projects for Angleton ISD, PBK was tasked with designing the new Angleton Technology Education (CTE) Center. The new 127,715 S.F. Center is located on Angleton ISD High School’s campus and was built to accommodate an enrollment increase in AISD’s CTE curricula of over 1,100 additional students in just one academic year. |
Canyon ISD—West Plains High School
Drawing inspiration from its West Texas heritage, the new school is the third high school and the first new high school in 20 years for the district. The new school preserves community values while celebrating high-quality learning environments. A landmark next-gen learning experience for the community, the new high school is designed to drive student success and serves as a tangible expression of the district’s educational aspirations for their students. |
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Channelview ISD—McGhee Elementary School
Transforming an outdated building, this project preserves history while embracing modern education. The library is at the heart of the campus, symbolizing the district’s focus on reading as the foundation to learning. It merges two campuses, creates flexible spaces and activates indoor/outdoor zones. Innovative technology, mobile furniture and a new brand identity bring learning to life. A captivating tree house and topological layers inspire exploration. It’s a transformative journey from the past to the present, providing an engaging, accessible and vibrant learning environment. |
Dallas ISD—South Oak Cliff High School
This High School, constructed in the early 1950s, was center stage of a highly publicized student walkout covered by local and national media outlets in 2016. The condition of the school had declined over the years and the protest was in direct response to leaky roofs, inadequate heating and cooling, pest and vermin infestation, and issues with the natural gas infrastructure serving the building. The design solution focused on addressing the mechanical and functional deficiencies of the facility while creating an equitable learning environment. |
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Spring Branch ISD—Memorial High School
The project included a Masterplan study for current project and future work. The current project included a 4-story academic building that replaces six older buildings. The new building contains science labs, general academics, remote admin, flexible learning spaces, and a new dining commons. Site work included completely re-organizing traffic and pedestrian flows for safety and security, new athletic facilities, and highly desired outdoor courtyard spaces for multiple uses. |
