Amity School District
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Bond program
The Amity School District Capital Bond project is aimed at renovating and upgrading the facilities of Amity High School and Amity Middle School, as well as implementing new security measures at Amity Elementary School. The project will help in creating a shared-use facility for both the high school and the middle school, and will also provide much-needed additional space and modern amenities for students and staff.
Amity High School Renovation: This phase of the project will involve a renovation of the existing high school. The renovation will include the addition of new spaces such as a library, a competition gymnasium, locker rooms, a team room, art classrooms, science classrooms. This will significantly enhance the learning environment and provide students with the latest in technological and instructional resources.
Amity Middle School Replacement: In this phase, the middle school will be joined with the high school campus to create a shared use facility. This will enable the district to better serve students in grades 6-12 and will also provide additional capacity for students. The project will include the addition of eight new classrooms, science lab and the existing high school gymnasium.
The Elementary School will receive new security updates, including door access controls and a secured vestibule at the front entry. This will ensure a safe and secure environment for students, teachers, and staff. Additionally, a two-classroom modular will be installed at the Elementary School to allow for additional capacity.
The Amity School District Capital Bond project is a crucial investment in the future of Amity’s students and the community. It will provide state-of-the-art facilities, modern amenities, and a safe and secure learning environment for generations to come.
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Groundbreaking
September 29th, 2023, marked a new beginning for Amity School District 4J with the groundbreaking of the upcoming middle and high school project. This event, celebrated with community members and project teams, symbolized the start of an exciting journey towards enhancing our educational landscape. The scope of work for the Amity bond project includes renovating Amity High School, adding new spaces like a library and a competition gymnasium, and amalgamating Amity Middle School with the high school campus to form a shared-use facility. This merge will also introduce eight new classrooms, a science lab, and additional capacity for students Thank you to all who participated. The future looks bright!
Bond Update
As we advance in refining the design process for our bond project, our architects have been providing budget estimates for each iteration of the plan. Recently, we found ourselves around five million dollars above our construction budget. While this may sound concerning, both our architects (IBI) and project management firm (HMK) assured us that this is quite common and even on the lower end of what they typically see at this stage.
To meet our highest priority bond objectives, we must continue to modify, refine, and make reductions where necessary. With every project, the wish list tends to be longer than the available funding. One quick decision for change was to remove the relocation of the 5th grade to the MS/HS campus. This proposal was initially made to accommodate growth at the elementary school, which currently utilizes all available classrooms.
Amity is a town projected to experience growth in the coming decade, with the anticipated housing likely to bring in a significant number of school-aged children. While this is a positive challenge for our school, it can be addressed in various ways. By keeping 5th graders at the elementary school, we can save approximately $600,000 on the construction project, bringing us closer to our maximum affordable construction cost.
It’s also important to mention that the 5th-grade relocation was likely the least popular aspect of the bond proposal. The board decided to make this change during their last meeting, after considering input from IBI, HMK, and school administrators.
Our ultimate goal throughout this bond process is to create an exceptional learning environment for our students for many years to come. We aim to be responsible stewards of the funds and facilities entrusted to us as a district. This change does not compromise that objective and helps us maintain our financial principles. We’re grateful for the incredible community support we’ve received so far in this process.
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Projects
Info and updates
Amity Elementary School
- New Security Updates Including (but not limited to):
- Door Access Controls
- Secured Vestibule at the Front Entry
- Install a two-classroom modular to allow for additional capacity
Current Activities
We’ve completed the core of the renovation of the Elementary School, and now we’re finalizing key items like security cameras and intercom systems.
We’re also reviewing final change requests and handling billing to close out the project.
Amity Middle School Replacement
- Grades 6-8 join the High School campus to create a shared use facility
- Add student capacity through:
- Eight new classrooms
- Renovated science
- Renovated gymnasium
- Renovated existing classroom spaces
Coming soon!
General Program Update
Construction continues to move forward across the Amity School District Bond Program. With spring approaching, crews are focused on maintaining momentum and hitting key interior milestones at both the middle school classroom addition and the high school competition gymnasium. This month, a decision was finalized on the graphics package for the new competition gym. This step moves the interior design forward and keeps the gym on track for final finishes.
The overall project remains on schedule. Teams are staying on top of known delays—mainly utility coordination issues—without affecting critical milestones. With over 200 activities complete and 24 currently active, the bond program is staying aligned with its construction goals heading into the final stretch.
Current Activities
Classroom Addition (Middle School):
• Interior work progressed steadily, including floor grinding, electrical and plumbing finishes, and casework installation.
• Caulking and expansion joints were in progress throughout March.
High School Gymnasium:
• Casework, ceramic tile, door hardware, and electrical finishes were underway.
• Exterior work such as metal wall panels, gutters, and downspouts neared completion.
Bus Fueling & Sitework:
• Crews completed grading and started sidewalk prep and lighting rough-ins.
• Irrigation sleeves and landscaping prep were also underway toward the end of the month.
Drywall and Elevator:
• Drywall installation continued throughout enclosed areas of the classroom addition.
• The elevator install was completed, opening access to all floors for finish crews.
Activities Scheduled for Next Period
In April, work will focus on finishes and prepping exterior areas:
• Classrooms: Continue drywall, ceiling work, and interior finishes.
• Gymnasium: Begin flooring prep, continue with electrical systems for scoreboards and lighting.
• Sitework: Start curb, sidewalk, and paving operations; continue with lighting and landscaping infrastructure.
• Exterior Finishes: Wrap up remaining exterior sealing and detail work.
The project is now in a phase where visible progress accelerates as finish materials go in and systems are completed. By keeping the schedule tight and maintaining strong coordination between different construction teams, we anticipate making significant progress throughout February, bringing the project another step closer to completion.
Highlights, Challenges, Solutions
Ongoing Challenge:
Delays from PGE continue to impact the schedule for electrical underground work at the bus fueling area. This affects follow-on tasks like lighting, landscaping, and paving.
Amity High School Renovation
- Add Middle School to the campus to create a shared use facility
- Renovate existing HS
- Add square footage with new spaces including:
- Library
- Competition Gymnasium
- Locker Rooms
- Team Room
- Art Classroom
- Science Classroom
- General Education Classrooms
Coming soon!
General Program Update
Construction continues to move forward across the Amity School District Bond Program. With spring approaching, crews are focused on maintaining momentum and hitting key interior milestones at both the middle school classroom addition and the high school competition gymnasium. This month, a decision was finalized on the graphics package for the new competition gym. This step moves the interior design forward and keeps the gym on track for final finishes.
The overall project remains on schedule. Teams are staying on top of known delays—mainly utility coordination issues—without affecting critical milestones. With over 200 activities complete and 24 currently active, the bond program is staying aligned with its construction goals heading into the final stretch.
Current Activities
Classroom Addition (Middle School):
• Interior work progressed steadily, including floor grinding, electrical and plumbing finishes, and casework installation.
• Caulking and expansion joints were in progress throughout March.
High School Gymnasium:
• Casework, ceramic tile, door hardware, and electrical finishes were underway.
• Exterior work such as metal wall panels, gutters, and downspouts neared completion.
Bus Fueling & Sitework:
• Crews completed grading and started sidewalk prep and lighting rough-ins.
• Irrigation sleeves and landscaping prep were also underway toward the end of the month.
Drywall and Elevator:
• Drywall installation continued throughout enclosed areas of the classroom addition.
• The elevator install was completed, opening access to all floors for finish crews.
Activities Scheduled for Next Period
In April, work will focus on finishes and prepping exterior areas:
• Classrooms: Continue drywall, ceiling work, and interior finishes.
• Gymnasium: Begin flooring prep, continue with electrical systems for scoreboards and lighting.
• Sitework: Start curb, sidewalk, and paving operations; continue with lighting and landscaping infrastructure.
• Exterior Finishes: Wrap up remaining exterior sealing and detail work.
The project is now in a phase where visible progress accelerates as finish materials go in and systems are completed. By keeping the schedule tight and maintaining strong coordination between different construction teams, we anticipate making significant progress throughout February, bringing the project another step closer to completion.
Highlights, Challenges, Solutions
Ongoing Challenge:
Delays from PGE continue to impact the schedule for electrical underground work at the bus fueling area. This affects follow-on tasks like lighting, landscaping, and paving.
Amity High School
Amity Middle School
Amity Elementary School
community details
- Amanda Grove
- Current Chair
- Tim Haarsma
- Current Vice Chair
- Ryan Jones
- Jennifer Leppin
- Ray Bottenberg
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – March 9, 2022
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – May 10, 2022
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – May 17, 2022
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – August 21, 2022
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – September 21, 2022
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – October 12, 2022
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – November 10, 2022
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – December 14, 2022
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – March 9, 2023
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – May 10, 2023
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – August 9, 2023
Amity SD Board Meeting Notes – September 20, 2023
- Mary Matocha
- Principal
- Jeff Clark
- Superintendent
- Jeanna Bottenberg
- Ryan McKinney
- Melinda Wallace
- Mike Ludwig
- Karl McShane
- Becky Prevett
- David McKay
- Program Director
- Paul Chamberlin
- Project Manager
- Rebecca Stuecker
- Principal, IBI Group
- Levi Patterson
- Associate Principal, IBI Group
- Andrew Werth
- Architect, IBI Group
- Chris Daniel
- Principal
- Jeff Clark
- Superintendent
- Tashi Haarsma (AD)
- Amanda Grove
- Jed McMullen
- Lauren Sawyer
- Craig Wilson
- David McKay
- Program Director
- Paul Chamberlin
- Project Manager
- Rebecca Stuecker
- Principal, IBI Group
- Levi Patterson
- Associate Principal, IBI Group
- Andrew Werth
- Architect, IBI Group
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Rebuilding North Medford High School Gymnasium: Restoring Facilities for Athletics and Physical Education
Medford School District continues to forge ahead capitalizing on every opportunity to encourage the process of restoring useable space for athletics and physical education on the NMHS campus. While the recently contracted gym rebuild design team including Arkitek: Architecture and Design in collaboration with Integrus Architecture focus on the ongoing structural review and preliminary design development, MSD is pursuing a pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) just east of the existing gymnasium. Understanding the complexity of the evaluation, design and rebuild of what remains of the previous gym, utilizing the short construction duration of a PEMB provides the best opportunity for restoration of useable space by the start of the 2025/2026 school year. Contractors interested in bidding the project were afforded the opportunity to meet on site at NMHS last week to discuss design/construction parameters and to review site conditions in anticipation of bidding on the project. Proposals for the new interim gymnasium were received this week including details on construction of a 100’x140’ covered steel structure. This space will serve NMHS while the evaluation and imminent rebuild of the existing gym develops.
Rebuilding North Medford High School Gymnasium: Transitioning Behind the Scenes
With demolition and debris removal now complete, the site may appear quiet—but critical work is actively underway behind the scenes. This stage in the process is essential to laying the groundwork for a successful rebuild.
Now that the collapsed structure has been cleared, Outlier Construction will begin shoring the remaining structure and weatherproofing the exposed areas to prevent further damage from rain. These protective measures are key to stabilizing the building and preparing it for reconstruction.
At the same time, structural engineers representing both the Medford School District and the PACE Insurance Trust are conducting detailed assessments of the remaining building. Their work will confirm whether additional damage occurred during the roof collapse and help define the final reconstruction scope.
Meanwhile, the design team—led by Arkitek: Architecture and Design in collaboration with Integrus Architecture—has officially begun the design phase. On April 30, the District will issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Construction Manager | General Contractor (CM|GC), the final core member of the project team.
Cont. in comments.
Culver SD | We’re excited to share that the drawings and specifications for the upcoming seismic improvements to the existing Gym are now 90% complete! This important project will strengthen and preserve a beloved piece of campus history while enhancing student and community safety for years to come. Construction is set to begin this summer.
AMITY SD | Soriano Floor Finishing is making headway in the high school’s new competition gym with freshly installed hardwood floors. Across campus, MC Interiors is completing the new staircases in the middle school addition. These are important steps in the larger project to expand and modernize Amity’s facilities. The work may seem routine, but it’s a clear sign that the upgraded shared campus is coming together — with attention to detail and strong craftsmanship leading the way.
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The large beam currently staged in front of the future conference rooms will soon be secured within the structural steel posts at either end of the space. This key support element will carry the load of the dividing partition walls, which are set to be installed once the building reaches the interior finishing phase.