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Capital Projects

Capital Projects

Educational Service Center 
14015 62nd Avenue NW 
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
P: (253)530-1000

Patrick Gillespie

Director of Facilities
 

Donata Butchcoe

Purchasing and Capital Projects Coordinator

Welcome to the Peninsula School District's Capital Projects Department. Our mission is to manage and oversee the development and improvement of school facilities. We are committed to creating safe, modern, and efficient learning environments that support student success.

Community Supported

In February 2019, the Peninsula School District community passed a $198.55 million bond for school construction to address extreme elementary overcrowding and other emergent infrastructure needs.  

The projects identified in the bond included:

  • Construction of Swift Water Elementary and Pioneer Elementary
  • Replacements of Artondale Elementary and Evergreen Elementary

All four elementary school projects were completed in 2021.

Once the district created a plan to address elementary overcrowding and emergent facility needs, the next priority was addressing emergent needs and overcrowding at our two oldest middle schools. 

Because of cost-saving steps made by the district, additional state assistance for Swift Water Elementary, and an accelerated construction schedule for the four elementary projects, the district was able to modernize and expand Key Peninsula Middle School and Kopachuck Middle School without asking voters to approve another bond. 

These projects would not have been possible without the support of our voters and the passing of the 2019 bond, which provides quality, flexible spaces for learning in the Peninsula School District. Thank you voters!

A modern school building with blue siding and the name 'KOPACHUCK' visible.

Kopachuck Middle School

Modernization of Kopachuck Middle School began in July 2021 and was completed in Summer 2023.

Visit the KMS Website
Exterior view of a modern building with a red and brown facade.

Key Peninsula Middle School

Modernization of Key Peninsula Middle School began in July 2021 and was completed in Summer 2023.

Visit the KPMS Website
Exterior view of Artondale Elementary School on a cloudy day.

Artondale Elementary School

A full replacement of the Artondale Building was completed in November 2021.

Visit the Artondale Website
A modern school building with orange accents and a brick facade under a blue sky.

Evergreen Elementary School

A full replacement of Evergreen Elementary was completed in November 2021.

Visit the Evergreen Website
Exterior view of the Pioneer building with a car in the driveway.

Pioneer Elementary STEAM Magnet School

Pioneer Elementary is one of two newly constructed PSD elementary schools. It opened in 2021.

Visit the Pioneer Elementary Website
Exterior view of a modern school building with red and black accents under a cloudy sky.

Swift Water Elementary School

Swift Water Elementary was one of two newly constructed PSD elementary Schools. Its doors opened in 2021.

Visit the Swift Water Website

Capital Bond Planning Task Force

The Long Range Facilities Advisory Committee made recommendations for future facility work, and Peninsula School District is now seeking volunteers to review the committee's findings as members of PSD's new Capital Bond Planning Task Force (CBPTF). 

 

Community members, staff, and individuals interested in facilities planning or in the facilities field are encouraged to apply to join the task force. We are seeking a geographically diverse group of volunteers from across the district. The purpose of the task force is to conduct informal research, investigations and surveys and make recommendations to best serve the interests of students, families and PSD. Applications will close May 18. Click here to apply.

  • Last year, the Long Range Facilities Advisory Committee made recommendations to the Board and Superintendent for future facility work, and Peninsula School District is now seeking volunteers to review the committee's findings as members of a new PSD Capital Bond Planning Task Force (CBPTF). Community members, staff, and individuals interested in facilities planning or in the facilities field are encouraged to apply to join the task force. We are seeking a geographically diverse group of volunteers from across the district.

    The purpose of the Capital Bond Planning Task Force is to conduct informal research, investigations and surveys and make recommendations to best serve the interests of students, families and PSD. The CBPTF shall focus on the following areas and report back to the School Board and Superintendent.

    • Review the Long Range Facilities Advisory Committee report on conditions of the district facilities
    • Review the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) Study & Survey
    • Review how existing high school sites could be used to facilitate rebuilt high schools
    • Review district demographic and enrollment projections to anticipate future needs 
    • Review the programmatic needs of the district based on current and anticipated educational trends or requirements, including instructional and educational models likely to be in place in the district
    • Consider any other trends, conditions or potential needs relating to facilities and operations that arise during the term commitment 
    • Solicit community input through a variety of methods which may potentially include surveys and/or community forums, if necessary
    • Report findings to Board and Superintendent

    Applications will be accepted through May 18. Click here to apply.

Long Range Planning Committee Agendas

PSD Long Range Planning Committee: Building Our District's Future

The Long Range Planning Committee is an official Citizens' Advisory Committee, this volunteer group helps ensure our buildings and infrastructure support educational excellence for generations to come.

Committee members collaborate with district staff to evaluate facility needs, review data, and develop recommendations that align with the district's educational mission and community values. All recommendations are formally presented to the School Board and Superintendent for consideration.

Residents of Peninsula School District with interest in capital planning, construction, or educational facilities are encouraged to apply when positions become available. Committee members serve two-year terms and meet regularly to conduct business.

For complete information about committee functions, membership requirements, and the application process, please review Policy 4110P or contact the Superintendent's office.