Built simultaneously with another school for the district, Hillcrest Elementary is 96,630-square-foot new elementary built within just ten feet of the existing occupied school. Designed to enhance the student experience, the building incorporates classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology, an early childhood education wing with its own secure entrance, and flexible collaboration spaces located in each section and throughout the school. Administrative areas include staff offices, a nurse’s room, a conference room, and a staff break room to support daily operations.
Shared spaces were designed with both function and community in mind. A commons and cafeteria area, complete with a full commercial kitchen, serves as the heart of the building, while a new gymnasium with bleachers and a library/media center provide space for athletics and academics alike. A secure main entry ensures student safety, and the site includes surfaced courts, rubber playground surfacing, green space, and outdoor learning areas that extend education beyond the classroom.
