New Clark Avenue Middle School
Design & Construction Phase Highlights
Project Overview
The New Clark Avenue Middle School (CAMS) was built at 8 Clark Avenue, the site of the existing middle school. The previously existing school building was comprised of the original 1908 building with a 1926 addition. When construction began, CAMS occupied 580 students in grades 5-8.
The new school was designed for 670 students, grades 5-8. The construction took place in two phases that were completed while school was in operation and students and staff were on site.
Construction Phases
Summer 2015 – Late 2016
Phase 1 Construction
Began in summer 2015 and continued for approximately eighteen months. This critical first phase focused on core academic areas, including the construction of new classrooms and the cafeteria facility.
January 2017 – August 2019
Phase 2 Construction & Completion
Began in January 2017 and continued until full building occupancy in August 2019. This phase finalized the comprehensive campus by including the new gymnasium, performance spaces, and specialty classrooms.
New School Features
The completed Clark Avenue Middle School includes state-of-the-art facilities designed to enhance student learning and community engagement:
- 23 modern classrooms
- Dedicated specialty spaces
- New full-size gymnasium
- Updated student cafeteria
- Comprehensive library
- New entry plaza with outdoor educational spaces