First built in the early 1900s and replaced in 1980, the North Central High School campus was not originally designed to house its current population of approximately 1,600 students in grades 6-12.
Previous bonds have added additions to the school, with science classrooms, a second gym, and a weight room included in 1998. The Institute of Science and Technology, along with a commons and north wing classroom addition, was included in the 2015 bond.
This project would modernize the oldest, unrenovated portions of the school to improve efficiency and safety to be compatible with 21st century learning.
Through collaboration with Parks, the project would include the installation of all-weather fields and practice lighting to improve and extend seasonal use of the school’s athletic fields for both students and the neighborhood community, and expand parking.
NAC Architecture of Spokane has been selected for Architectural and Engineering (A&E) services.
The process of selecting a General Contractor for construction is underway in March 2026.
Capital Projects staff are meeting with North Central administrators and staff to define “pain points” with the current building that can be addressed during the modernization process.
Provide at least one all-weather rectangular field and at least one turf infield with lighting within each neighborhood high school boundary.
Renovate Garry Middle School and adjacent Nevada Park to maximize benefit for the school and community
Update auditorium spaces to offer consistent and equitable performing arts experiences that could also support community access for events.
Renovate oldest portions of the building to address issues of efficiency and safety. Upgrade parking and fields.
Develop southwest fields with Spokane Youth Sports Association to extend field use and support increased student and community interest in recreational activities.
he SPS Annual Capital Projects Campaign uses bond funds for necessary facility upgrades and improvements so that each school is safe, secure, and has a useful lifespan.
Partner with the United States Tennis Association to construct an indoor tennis facility at Shadle Park High School.
Develop more fields at the site of former Joe Albi Stadium to double Merkel capacity and support increased student and community interest in recreational activities.
Want to learn more about a Parks project? Contact us:
| Name | City of Spokane Parks & Recreation |
|---|---|
| Phone | 509-755-2489 |
| spokaneparks@spokanecity.org | |
| Website | my.spokanecity.org/parksrec/levy/ |
Want to learn more about a Schools project? Contact us:
| Name | Spokane Public Schools |
|---|---|
| Phone | 1-509-354-7338 |
| Website | www.spokaneschools.org/AskTogetherSpokane |
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