Navarro Independent School District

Contractors Report

The high school project is progressing on schedule, with an anticipated occupancy in November. We've begun meeting with staff to prepare for the transition, ensuring a smooth move-in process. Additionally, the new traffic signal will be installed in the coming weeks, which may cause temporary lane closures. We appreciate everyone's patience during this work.

Contractors Report

AGCM meets with the City of Seguin monthly addressing immediate construction concerns, and future growth needs. As issues are discussed, the Assistant City Manager, City Engineer and City Planner are including additional/specific departments as needed. We are grateful for their partnership and support.

The new high school continues progressing toward substantial completion. Interior details, doors, display cases, lighting, flooring throughout classrooms, office spaces, kitchen are going in. The fine arts spaces are taking shape including wall paint, ceilings, and casework. The athletics spaces are receiving seating, equipment, paint and electrical work. Testing of the HVAC is ongoing. The AG barn has new flatwork poured this past week, and he road work is underway expanding the intersection at Timmerman and Hwy 123 to prepare for traffic into the school.

Contractors Report

New High School 

Doors are getting installed, following other details such as flooring, paint, fire extinguisher cabinets, and restroom accessories at the new high school. Storefront doors and hardware are buttoning up the exterior finishes. Roof A/C units top are running, lighting is energized throughout the building, ceiling tiles are being installed following inspections. Most paving work is complete, with the focus on sidewalks and landscaping. The work at the new traffic signal at the main entrance has begun, which includes the widening of Highway 123.

The classroom and administration areas are getting down to details such as markerboards, tackboards, and now looking to install sinks in science labs and restrooms. The center area of the school has a social staircase for optional instructional space with ceramic tile being installed. In the cafeteria, kitchen, fine arts, and CTE areas we have various stages of above ceiling, grid, paint, flooring prep, and light fixtures all going in. Above ceiling inspections are scheduled in the next few weeks, which will allow for more ceiling tile to be dropped. Large spaces such as the auditorium and gyms have painting started, mechanical, and electrical work in progress. On the site, we have only a few remaining areas left for paving. Parking lot lighting is live, and landscaping prep is underway. Detail mechanical, electrical and plumbing work continues in the AG barn, with the site around to receive paving in the next couple of weeks. We have completed our pre-construction meetings with TxDot, and soon you will see roadwork along Highway 123 begin. We are starting on the south bound lanes working from the north to the south. The goal is complete as much of the roadwork as possible, before school resumes in the fall.

Front Entrance

Social and Learning Staircase

We had a unique opportunity to kick off the construction of the new athletics facility last Friday. Our first play pep rally, engaged the students, administration, and construction crews, and celebrated the next level at Navarro ISD. The pad for the softball and baseball fields are underway, and dirt excavated is being used for future parking areas.Click here to read more and see photos.

Contractor’s Report

Contractors Report

This month saw improved weather conditions allowing for significant progress across multiple areas of the project. Key highlights include the completion of the roof and the commencement of coping work. Interior work continues with above-ceiling inspections, and the classroom wing is now dried in with controlled air after passing inspections. On the first floor, ceiling and millwork installation are nearing completion, and flooring has begun, along with the completion of corridor wall tile and drinking fountain installation. The second floor is following closely behind. Additionally, cabling and patch panels are being installed in IDF rooms, and the main entry drive and construction entrance are being addressed on the site. We continue to make steady progress and will keep stakeholders informed of future developments.

Contractors Report

• Exterior Progress: Despite weather delays, exterior EIFS and masonry work are nearing completion, with over half of the building finished. The weight room is seeing the installation of its storefront system.
• Interior Advancements: Inside the classroom wing, we've passed critical above-ceiling inspections, ensuring a dried-in and climate-controlled environment. First-floor ceiling tiles are in place, and millwork deliveries have begun. Bathrooms are now equipped with plumbing fixtures. On the second floor, ceiling grid, lighting, and MEP work are complete, and inspections are expected shortly.
• Key Areas Taking Shape: Administrative areas are seeing above-ceiling work and ceramic tile installation in restrooms. Health science classrooms near the front entry are undergoing above-ceiling work. The cafeteria's above-ceiling work continues, with sheetrock soffits and kitchen equipment installation progressing. The auditorium's stage walls are being prepared for finishing, and overhead doors are now installed.
• CTE and Fine Arts: Progress continues in the CTE and fine arts spaces with block filling, above-ceiling work, and MEP installations. Locker rooms are seeing MEP work and the formation of bond beams for benches and lockers.
• AG Barn Progress: The AG barn is nearing completion with overhead door installation and most masonry work finished.
• Site Work: Site work is ongoing, with form work progressing from the building to the main entry. The Link Road drive is underway, though weather has caused delays. Once the Link Road drive is ready for construction traffic, focus will shift back to the main entry.
• Roofing and HVAC: All roofing is complete, and HVAC unit testing has begun.

Despite challenging weather this month, interior work at the new school continues. Classroom walls are being finished with electrical, mechanical, and ceiling work progressing. Drying systems are in place, allowing work to continue. Other areas are in various stages of drywalling and mechanical/electrical installation. The Fine Arts and CTE areas are nearing completion, with all mechanical equipment set for an anticipated startup soon. The AG Barn roof is complete, and interior work continues. Site work will resume when weather permits, prioritizing the Link Road rear drive for construction traffic access.

Exterior work has made noticeable progress. Exterior Insolation and Finishing System (EIFS) and masonry work at the classroom wings is visible from Hwy 123, and is in progress along the east, south and west sides of the building. At the classrooms, walls are first coated, and ceiling grid installation has begun. Ceramic tile work at first floor is underway in the corridors and restrooms. The Admin area sheet rock is nearly complete, door and window frames are in, above ceiling work continues. In the large commons area mechanical duct, fire sprinkler, storm drain work continues above. Glass is in. At the Cafeteria and kitchen, sheetrock, window framing, mechanical ductwork, plumbing installation continues above. Metal stud framing, sheetrock underway at the Auditorium. CTE, Dance Cheer, Band Hall in Area F of the building continue with CMU work, block filling. Athletics areas of Locker rooms, Weight Room, Practice Gym are hard to access with all the scaffolding for the large CMU walls. Walls here are full height, and masons finishing up to allow the roof work to continue. At the AG Barn the exterior walls are up, interior insulation liner is in, and wall panels are going up. Roofing complete on classrooms, administrative offices, Auditorium, CTE/Fine Arts wing, and the locker rooms. 

Exterior Finishes Taking Shape

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Highlights

As you drive by on Highway 123, you can't miss the progress on the new high school:

Exterior Work:

• Masonry: The exterior brickwork on the classroom wing is nearly complete, and crews are hard at work on the administrative wing and main entrance.
• Roofing: The two-story portion of the school is fully roofed, and most of the windows and doors are installed.

Interior Work:

• Finishes: The finishing touches are underway, with the first coat of paint being applied to classroom walls and tile installation in the restrooms.
• Upper Floors: The second-floor classrooms, administration areas, common spaces, cafeteria, and kitchen are in various stages of construction, including ceiling work, framing, and drywall.
• Special Purpose Areas: The auditorium, band hall, CTE areas, practice gym, weight room, and competition gym are progressing steadily. Steel framing, roofing, and masonry work are ongoing in these areas.
• Ag Barn: The steel structure for the ag barn is up, and roofing insulation and roofing are in progress.
• Parking: The majority of the parking lots for students, staff, and visitors have been paved, with work continuing on the main drive.

We're excited to see the project continue to take shape, and we can't wait to welcome students and staff to this state-of-the-art facility!

Construction Continues Smooth and Steady

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Highlights:

Classroom Wings:

• First Floor:
  • Walls are being closed.
  • Above-ceiling work is nearing completion.
  • Hard lid ceilings have been installed in some restrooms.
• Second Floor:
  • Windows are almost finished.
  • In-wall and above-ceiling work is ongoing.
  • Sheetrock installation is in progress.

Other Areas:

• Fine Arts and Weight Room: CMU walls are still being built.
• Cafeteria and Kitchen: Wall framing and furr downs are continuing.
• MEP Rough In: Ongoing in administrative offices, commons, media center, cafeteria, kitchen, band, dance, cheer, and locker rooms.
• Auditorium: Scaffolding has been set up for ceiling work.
• Gyms: Structural steel detailing is progressing, and roof decking is underway.
• Storefront System: A few sections remain in the classroom wing.
• Kitchen and Cafeteria: Roofing system is complete, mechanical equipment is set, and condensate lines are installed.
• Building Facade: Brick and stone work continues on the north, west, and east sides of the classroom area.
• Parking Lot: Grading, forming, and preparation for concrete are ongoing.

External Updates:

• Timmerman Sidewalk: TxDot provided additional details, and Claycomb and Civil are resubmitting.
• Geotech Report: Received and under review by Claycomb.
• AGCM Request: Claycomb is requested to review and prepare preliminary design for submission to the county, followed by a meeting to discuss commitment and construction timeline.

Highlights:

Concrete work and steel forms have gone up for the Ag Sciences and Athletic areas.

Steel for the catwalk has been erected in the performing arts center, and crews continue other steel work in this area.

Building Construction

• Roofing: The lower roof of the administrative area is nearing completion. Insulation and roofing systems for classroom areas have been fully installed.
• HVAC: HVAC units are being placed and connected.
• Windows: Window frames and glass have been installed on the first floor, allowing for sheetrock installation.
• Walls: Exterior and interior metal wall framing continues in the Media Center, Cafeteria, and Kitchen.
• Masonry: Masonry work is progressing, including the CMU firewall between the Cafeteria/Kitchen and Auditorium.
• Utilities: Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire sprinkler, and blocking work is ongoing in classroom areas, CTE Health Science, and the main entry. The social stairs area has been poured and is ready for masonry. In Area F (CTE), masons are working on interior dividing walls for classrooms, practice rooms, and the band hall, while MEP crews are roughing in utilities.
• Steel: Steel for the catwalk has been erected in the auditorium area, and steel crews continue with detailing. The Locker Room area has steel columns, girders, joists, and roof decking installed. Steel is also up for the Weight Room and Practice Gym, and roof decking began this week.
• Foundation: Excavation, formwork, and concrete work for stem walls and footings at the AG Barn and Athletic areas are underway.

Site Work

• Parking and Grading: Site parking and grading work has resumed.
• Utilities: Utility crews have connected the building's storm sewer drainage to underground connections.
• Right-of-Way: AGCM has engaged in discussions with landowners and the attorney for the property south of Timmerman regarding the right-of-way.
• Traffic and Sidewalks: Claycomb and the civil engineer received a response from TxDOT regarding sidewalks and the traffic signal, and are working on revised pricing. The County has communicated with the City about construction work at Link/Huber, and Claycomb is continuing with design while awaiting geotechnical and survey information.

Concrete Work Nears Completion

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Summer is here and we have added ice, coolers and shade around the jobsite for the crews. 

All concrete for the second floor is complete. Structural concrete for weight and locker rooms is scheduled and will complete the concrete work at the main building pad. Prep work for concrete for the ag barn will begin the next two weeks, and work continues for the student and staff parking lots.

Roofing installation has significantly progressed the past two weeks and is nearly complete on the classroom portion of the building. This allows top out sheetrock to be underway at the classroom area corridors. Exterior and interior metal wall framing continues in the CTE Health Science area, and interior metal wall framing in the cafeteria and kitchen. Roof decking and steel support for the auditorium and both gyms are underway.

MEP, fire sprinklers, blocking in walls, above ceilings, waterproofing and sheathing is nearly complete. Masonry work and blocking for east wall and interior dividing walls has begun.

Due to large cost impact, AGCM has requested that the design team look at alternatives for curb drainage required by the City of Seguin for the Timmerman Road traffic signal. This will entail further conversations with TxDot. At the Link/Huber intersection, the Geotech firm is awaiting approval for an excavation permit from the county. Once TIA, Geotech, and surveys are received, Claycomb will provide a preliminary design to the county for further review. 

Rain Doesn’t Stop Construction

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Sheathing and water proofing around both floors of the classroom wing and administration area are nearly complete. Blocking is complete in the first floor of the classroom wing, with fire sprinklers, mechanical, electrical and plumbing continuing installations in walls and above ceilings. The second floor of the classroom portion has mechanical, electrical and plumbing in wall and above ceiling in progress, and framing is complete. Roof decking in this area is also complete. Interior metal framing at the administration area is complete. Structural steel at the auditorium, cafeteria, kitchen and CTE areas continue.

With abundant rain over the last few weeks, Bartlett Cocke crews brought in sump pumps and got to work removing water quickly.

The competition gym home side, and the practice gym are prepped and scheduled for concrete pour. Approximately three pours remain to complete the main building, plus one more for the Ag Barn.

Pre-construction meetings for the Hwy 123 traffic signal at the new main entrance will be scheduled. The City of Seguin Capital Projects has released the permit, and Bartlett Cocke is reviewing scope of work with subs. Procurement meetings with Meteor Education are scheduled to begin discussions on transition, review and inventory of existing furnishings.

At the Link/Huber intersection, the surveyor has been released to begin this work, and Claycomb has made contact with the County to review the extent of the scope of work. The security/technology consultant has received the video surveillance layout and design, and is working on provided construction drawings.