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Science Labs Project Updates

LOHS science classroom tables with cabinets and sinks

Lakeridge High School Science Classroom Corridor

October 2025


LOHS Status Summary:

  • Two remaining punchlist items to complete
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • O&Ms and as-builts have been delivered to Arcadis Architects for final review

LHS Status Summary:

  • Phase 1 construction is complete, with a few punch list items being completed
  • O&Ms & as-builts have been returned by Paradigm with corrections and are in final review by project consultants
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Final payment application has been submitted, and retention payment application is pending O&M & as-built approvals and final punch list approval

LHS Phase 2 Status Summary:

  • Punch list items have been completed
  • MEP training occurred the last week of September with Systems West and LOSD Facilities
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • The general contractor is reviewing the completed phase 2 punch list items 
  • First Cascade is compiling and formatting O&Ms and as-built drawings

September 2025


LOHS Status Summary:

  • A new AHU (air handling unit) has been installed, programmed, and balanced
  • Punch list items have been completed
  • MEP training occurred the last week of September with Systems West and LOSD Facilities
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • The general contractor is reviewing completed punch list items
  • First Cascade Construction is compiling and formatting O&Ms and as-builts

LHS Status Summary:

  • Phase 1 construction is complete, with a few punch list items being completed
  • O&M’s & as-builts have been reviewed by the consultants and returned to Paradigm for corrections
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Final building inspections and approvals are complete
  • Fire Marshal's final inspection is approved
  • Final payment application and retention invoices are pending O&M & as-built approvals and final punch list approval

LHS Phase 2 Status Summary:

  • Punch list items have been completed
  • MEP training occurred the last week of September with Systems West and LOSD Facilities
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • The general contractor is reviewing completed phase 2 punch list items 
  • First Cascade is compiling and formatting O&Ms and as-built drawings
Lakeridge High School Science Classroom Corridor

Lakeridge High School Science Classroom Corridor

August 2025


LOHS Status Summary:

  • Substantial completion occurred on August 29, 2025. All of the science classrooms and the science common areas are available to staff and students
  • A punch list was completed by the design team, which included Arcadis Architects and PAE Engineers
  • Systems West Engineers completed commissioning services the last week of August
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Punch list items are being reviewed by the general contractor and scheduled around student and staff occupancy

LHS Status Summary:

  • Phase 1 construction is complete, with a few punch list items being completed
  • O&M’s & as-builts have been reviewed by the consultants and returned to Paradigm for corrections
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Final building inspections and approvals are complete
  • Fire Marshal's final inspection is approved
  • Final payment application and retention invoices are pending O&M & as-built approvals and final punch list approval

LHS Phase 2 Status Summary:

  • Substantial completion occurred on August 29, 2025. All of the science classrooms and the science common areas are available for staff and students
  • A punch list was completed by the design team, which included Arcadis Architects and PAE Engineers
  • Systems West Engineers completed commissioning services the last week of August
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • The general contractor is reviewing phase 2 punch list items, and work will be scheduled around student and staff occupancy

July 2025


LOHS Status Summary:

  • The new air handling unit has arrived
  • The contractor is installing casework in all classrooms
  • Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing work is in progress throughout 
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule

LHS Status Summary:

  • Phase 1 construction is complete, with a few punchlist items being completed
  • O&M’s & as-builts have been reviewed by the consultants and returned to Paradigm for corrections
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Final building inspections and approvals are pending the LHS building Fire Marshall's final inspection
  • Final payment application and retention invoices are pending O&M & as-built approvals and final punch list approval

LHS Phase 2 Status Summary:

  • Drywall, taping, texture, and painting are ongoing
  • Base cabinets are being installed
  • Above-ground plumbing is 100% complete, and an inspection was approved
  • MEP is ongoing throughout
  • Exhaust Fans and roof patch have been completed
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project team meetings are scheduled every week on Wednesday at 2:00 p.m.

June 2025


LOHS Status Summary:

  • Phase 2 construction started on June 16, 2025, and will encompass the remaining classrooms and common areas, as well as a new AHU (air handling unit). The AHU has been ordered with an expected delivery in July 2025
  • The contractor is installing casework in all classrooms
  • Demolition is complete
  • MEP work is in progress throughout the project
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Phase 1 punch list items are complete
  • Phase 2 submittals for this summer's construction are complete

LHS Status Summary:

  • Phase 1 construction is complete, with a few punchlist items being completed
  • O&M’s & as-builts have been reviewed by the consultants and returned to Paradigm for corrections
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Final building inspections and approvals are pending the LHS building Fire Marshall's final inspection
  • Final payment application and retention invoices are pending O&M & as-built approvals and final punch list approval

LHS Phase 2 Status Summary:

  • Construction Phase 2 started on June 16, 2025, and will include the remaining four classrooms and common areas
  • First Cascade is providing submittals for the purchase of materials and equipment
  • The city permit has been issued
  • Underground piping has been scoped and jetted for cleaning
  • Concrete floor saw cutting and demo removal is complete
  • Underground plumbing is 50% complete, and an inspection was approved
  • MEP is ongoing throughout the project
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project team meetings are scheduled every two weeks, on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m.

May 2025


LOHS Status Summary:

  • Phase 2 construction start date is June 16, 2025, and will consist of the remainder of the classrooms and the common areas, and will include a new AHU(air handling unit). The AHU has been ordered with an expected delivery in July 2025
  • The contractor has completed a portion of the cabinet work over spring break
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Phase 1 punch list items are complete
  • Phase 2 submittals for this summer's construction are complete

LHS Status Summary:

  • Phase 1 construction is complete
  • O&M’s are pending review by consultants
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Final building inspections and approvals are pending the LHS building Fire Marshall's final inspection
  • Final payment application and retention invoices are pending O&M’s approval

LHS Phase 2 Status Summary:

  • Construction Phase 2 start date will be June 16, 2025, and will include the remaining four classrooms and common areas
  • First Cascade is providing submittals for the purchase of materials and equipment
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project team meetings are scheduled every two weeks, on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m.
  • The bond team is working with the science department staff on preparing for summer construction

April 2025


LOHS Status Summary:

  • Phase 2 construction start date is June 16, 2025, and will consist of the remainder of the classrooms and the common areas, and will include a new AHU(air handling unit). The AHU has been ordered with an expected delivery in July 2025
  • The contractor has completed a portion of the cabinet work over spring break
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Phase 1 punch list items are complete
  • Phase 2 submittals for this summer's construction are complete

LHS Status Summary:

  • Phase 1 construction is complete
  • O&M’s are pending review by consultants
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Final building inspections and approvals are pending the LHS building Fire Marshall's final inspection
  • Final payment application and retention invoices are pending O&M’s approval

LHS Phase 2 Status Summary:

  • Construction Phase 2 start date will be June 16, 2025, and will include the remaining four classrooms and common areas
  • First Cascade is providing submittals for the purchase of materials and equipment
  • The city permit has been paid for and issued
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project team meetings are scheduled every two weeks, on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m.

March 2025


LOHS Status Summary:
  • Renovation Construction Phase 2 start date is June 16, 2025
  • Construction Phase 2 will include a new AHU(air handling unit), the remaining classrooms, and common areas. The AHU has been ordered with an expected delivery in July 2025
  • The contractor will perform some of the cabinet work over spring break
  • Project Manager’s Notes:
    • The contractor is working on Phase 1 punch list items and submittals for Phase 2
    • New exhaust fans have been installed on the roof
LHS Status Summary:
  • Phase 1 construction complete
  • Project Manager’s Notes:
    • The contractor is working on the final punch list items
    • Air balancing is being adjusted during spring break
    • Overhead electrical outlet connections are completed in two classroom lab areas
    • New exhaust fans have been installed on the roof
    • New AHU-11 has been installed and is operational
LHS Phase 2 Status Summary:
  • Construction Phase 2 start date will be June 16, 2025
  • First Cascade is providing submittals for approval to place advance orders
  • First Cascade will be working during spring break on plumbing pipe scoping and jetting
  • Project Manager’s Notes:
    • OAC meetings are scheduled every two weeks, on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m.

February 2025


science lab LHS logo sign
LOHS Status Summary:
  • Renovation Construction Phase 2 start date is June 16, 2025
  • Construction Phase 2 will include a new AHU(air handling unit), the remaining classrooms, and common areas. The AHU has been ordered with expected delivery in July 2025
  • The contractor will perform some of the cabinet work over spring break
  • Project Manager’s Notes:
    • The contractor is working on Phase 1 punch list items and submittals for Phase 2
    • New exhaust fans have been installed on the roof
LHS Status Summary:
  • Phase 1 construction complete
  • Project Manager’s Notes:
    • The contractor is working on the final punch list items
    • New metal lab tables with phenolic countertops and electrical outlets are installed in two classrooms
  • Construction Phase 2 start date will be June 16, 2025
  • First Cascade is providing submittals for approval to place advance orders
  • Project Manager’s Notes:
    • OAC meetings are scheduled every two weeks, Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m.

January 2025


LOHS Status Summary:
  • Renovation Construction Phase 2 start date is June 16, 2025
  • Construction Phase 2 will include a new AHU(air handling unit), the remaining classrooms, and common areas. The AHU has been ordered with expected delivery in July 2025
LHS Status Summary:
  • Phase 1 construction complete
  • Construction Phase 2 start date will be June 16, 2025
  • Project submittals are ongoing

September 2024


science lab lohs logo
LOHS Status Summary:
  • Construction Phase 1 start date was June 17, 2024, and included renovation of 4 science classrooms and the common areas
  • MEP rough-in and new terminal units are completed
  • Ceilings are re-installed
  • Wood ceiling at elevator lobby nearing completion. LO logo is installed with a backlight
  • New flooring is installed in four classrooms and the main corridor
  • New base cabinets with new countertops, sinks, and faucets installed
  • Construction Phase 2 will be the summer of 2025 and will consist of a new AHU (air handling unit) and the remaining classroom renovations
LHS Status Summary:
  • Construction Phase 1 start date was June 17, 2024, and consisted of renovation to 4 Science classrooms, restrooms, and staff prep areas
  • MEP rough-in and new AHU (air handling unit) have been installed
  • Ceilings are re-installed with new light fixtures
  • Entry stairs to the Science Department have wood paneling on the walls and new wood slat ceilings
  • Restroom areas have been redesigned with new fixtures, toilet accessories, and tile floors and walls
  • New flooring is installed in four classrooms and staff prep areas
  • New base and upper cabinets with new countertops, sinks, and faucets are installed
  • A Life Skills area has been created near the counseling area; this area consists of a kitchen, washer & dryer, and ADA restroom
  • Construction Phase 2 will take place during the summer of 2025 and will consist of renovation of the four remaining science classrooms

December 2023


Project Status:

  • Meetings with LOSD administration, LHS science teachers, Bond Department, and Arcadis Architects are ongoing. More meetings are being scheduled to define design direction and scope
  • A two-part phasing plan is being discussed and reviewed. Phase 1: remodel and upgrades to existing classrooms
    Phase 2: STEM hub and extended learning spaces

November 2023

Project Status:

  • Meetings with LOSD administration, LHS science teachers, Bond Department, and Arcadis Architects are ongoing. More meetings are being scheduled to define design direction and scope
  • The renovation projects at both high schools are planned to bid to GCs in the early spring of 2024; construction scheduled for summer of 2024
  • A two-part phasing plan is being discussed and reviewed. Phase 1 will consist of a remodel and upgrades to existing classrooms. Phase 2 will consist of STEM hub and extended learning spaces

October 2023

Project Status:

  • Meetings with LOSD administration, LOHS science teachers, Bond Department, and Arcadis Architects are ongoing. More meetings are being scheduled to define design direction and scope

September 2023

Project Status:

  • Meetings with LOSD administration, Bond Department, and ArcadisĀ  IBI Group are ongong. More meetings are being scheduled to define design direction and scope
  • The renovation projects at both high schools are planned to bid to GCs in the early spring of 2024; construction scheduled for summer of 2024
  • A two-part phasing plan is being discussed and reviewed. Phase 1 will consist of a remodel and upgrades to existing classrooms. Phase 2 will consist of extended learning spaces and additional upgrades

August 2023

Project Status:

  • There have been two meetings with LOSD administration, Bond Department, and ArcadisĀ  IBI Group. More meetings are being scheduled to define design direction and scope
  • The renovation projects at both high schools are planned to bid to GCs in the early spring of 2024; construction scheduled for summer of 2024
  • A possible phasing may take place with work scheduled for completion over two summers

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