Building Modernization Project
Overview
Modernization efforts on the River Ridge campus began in July 2022. At the end of this five-year project, we will enjoy a beautiful facility that meets the needs of our students and community now and into the future. We will have upgraded athletics facilities, classroom spaces, and a more cohesive and connected campus.
A major project such as this will come with disruption, just as construction at Timberline and North Thurston high schools did. The goals of the RRHS staff and the construction team are to:
- Minimize disruption to the learning environment throughout this project.
- Ensure student and staff safety.
- Keep staff and families informed as work progresses.
- Ensure athletic teams and other activities have adequate alternative spaces
Thank you for your partnership as we navigate this major project. Together we are building our future!
Project Details
River Ridge High School modernization
Major modernization work began in July 2022 at River Ridge High School. The project includes improving classroom space and performing arts facilities, connecting the main building to the auxiliary gym, and converting the football field to artificial turf with lights. Scheduled completion: 2027.
Phase 1 (Summer 2022-Fall 2023)
- New Hoh Street access road started
- Reroute and installation of new utilities (sewer, power, gas, stormwater)
- Portable classrooms placed on site (17 buildings, 34 classrooms)
- New tennis court constructed in new location
- New athletic locker rooms and weight rooms constructed
- Pool mechanical and electrical replaced
- New Phase 1 bus loop created
- Temporary parking installed
- Main and auxiliary gym improvements made
Phase 2 (Fall 2023-Fall 2025)
- Demolition of Admin Building, House A, and athletic/weight room building
- New administration, kitchen, and classroom addition constructed
- Renovation of existing bus loop and front parking lot
- Commons area reconstructed
- Construction of temporary kitchen
Phase 3 (Fall 2025-Summer 2027)
- Music spaces constructed
- Theater and CTE building renovated
- Demolition of Houses B, C, and D
- Football and athletic fields constructed
- New student parking and Hoh Street connection completed
Latest Photos
Latest Construction Updates
The brand-new cafeteria opens January 6, 2025! This space has been thoughtfully designed to create a welcoming space for our students to enjoy their meals and spend time with friends.
Art students painted murals in the temporary commons area, work continues on the construction of the new main building, and Nisqually Middle School is getting a new track and field providing space for Hawks athletes!
The existing commons and restrooms will begin demolition, some routes will change (pay attention to signs and staff instructions), modified menus for meals, and more.
Due to the redesign and construction of the kitchen, meals will be on a modified menu until construction is complete.
Parking information, temporary commons construction, after-school activities access, and temporary library location information.