Update On Scarsdale Schools Capital Improvements

SCARSDALE, NY — As August draws to a close and September means school starts again, the Scarsdale school district sent out information about capital improvements that were taking place over the summer. Stuart P.G. Mattey, assistant superintendent for business and facilities, said the projects were included as part of the bond approved by voters in February 2018.

Much has been accomplished this summer, for both bond projects and projects included as part of the annual budget, Mattey said.

As summer draws to a close, school facilities staff and construction crews are busy finishing these projects and preparing our buildings for student and staff arrival.

Below is a brief summary and status of all the work.

Security Vestibules
Unfortunately, scheduled construction of security vestibules at each of our elementary buildings this summer is now postponed until early September. This postponement is due to unanticipated contractor delays in the ordering and the delivery of building materials. Although exact schedules haven’t been finalized, all work will occur after daily school/PTA activities are over, through to project completion in early October. In the meantime, new safety monitors will start the school year as planned, along with implementation or continuation of the visitor management system in each building by the end of the first week allowing for the smooth transition of new parents and students into our schools.

Greenacres
The nine classrooms and two other spaces scheduled for renovation are now in the final stages of their transformation. This work, along with final cleaning and other preparations, is anticipated to go through to Labor Day which may mean that some teachers will have to finalize their room preparation during the first day or two of school. Principal Hill will notify you of any specifics as we get closer to Sept. 3. Work on construction of the new addition is also underway and is on schedule for completion in a year’s time. We have begun to populate the website with project information which can be found here.

Heathcote
Replacement of the roof is expected to be completed by the end of this week. Air conditioning in each pod has been installed.

Fox Meadow
Construction of the field access stairs has been completed. Air conditioning in the library has been installed. Exterior painting, including that of the cupola, has been completed.

Quaker Ridge
Air conditioning in the library has been installed.

Edgewood
No major work this summer.

Middle School
Replacement of water heaters is scheduled for completion by the end of this week. The addition of an egress door for the Band Room which increases student capacity is delayed and expected to be completed in the coming weeks. The Orchestra Room humidifier is scheduled for installation next week. This will prolong the life of student instruments stored in this space. Elevator renovations are currently delayed while awaiting final architect specifications.

High School
Butler Track and Field renovations are now substantially complete with some corrective measures required in both areas. Replacement of boilers is scheduled for completion within the coming weeks. Elevator renovations are currently delayed awaiting final architect specifications.

The district appreciates your patience and understanding throughout all of this work. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact John Trenholm, director of facilities, at jtrenholm@scarsdaleschools.org or Stuart P.G. Mattey.

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