RALEIGH HILLS REBUILD

Update April 5: As part of the rebuild project, school administrators will be looking for input from students, parents/guardians and staff about what Raleigh Hills represents to the community now and in the future. The reimagining will include a new mission statement and possibly a new mascot and new school colors, depending on community feedback.

Original Project: Raleigh Hills Elementary School dates back to 1927, making it the second oldest school in the district. The steam pipes are failing, the roof is in poor condition and the sanitary waste system is not adequate for the size of the school. In addition, much of the building does not meet current seismic standards and is at risk of partial or full collapse in the event of an earthquake. The new building will address all of those issues.

The rebuild is being funded through the 2014 and 2022 Bond. The new school will be home to pre-K through 5th grade classes. Once rebuilt, it will offer a more spacious, functional and modern educational environment. Demolition is scheduled to start in summer 2024, and the rebuilt school will open in fall 2026. During the rebuild, students will attend Greenway Elementary School.

Periodically, we'll be posting below to get your feedback on design decisions. Please follow this project (top of page, right side), so you're alerted to those opportunities.

What questions do you have about the Raleigh Hills rebuild? (We'll answer these questions here within 2-3 business days.)

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How many kids do you estimate the new school will be able to handle?

Rachelle Vanderzanden asked 21 days ago

The capacity of the new school is 770 students: 750 students from grade K-5 and one pre-K classroom with a capacity of 20. The pre-K program has separate morning and afternoon classes, (each serving up to 20 students), so the actual number of students served would be 790.
Share When will BSD announce any plans for redistricting or absorbing nearby schools into the significantly larger updated Raleigh Hills Elementary in 2026? As a parent in the neighborhood with children attending another neighborhood school, I would appreciate BSD being transparent about these plans so that we feel in the loop. I see questions were asked along these lines about a year ago, and it seems that an update might be appropriate; 2026 isn't all that far away! Thank you! on Facebook Share When will BSD announce any plans for redistricting or absorbing nearby schools into the significantly larger updated Raleigh Hills Elementary in 2026? As a parent in the neighborhood with children attending another neighborhood school, I would appreciate BSD being transparent about these plans so that we feel in the loop. I see questions were asked along these lines about a year ago, and it seems that an update might be appropriate; 2026 isn't all that far away! Thank you! on Twitter Share When will BSD announce any plans for redistricting or absorbing nearby schools into the significantly larger updated Raleigh Hills Elementary in 2026? As a parent in the neighborhood with children attending another neighborhood school, I would appreciate BSD being transparent about these plans so that we feel in the loop. I see questions were asked along these lines about a year ago, and it seems that an update might be appropriate; 2026 isn't all that far away! Thank you! on Linkedin Email When will BSD announce any plans for redistricting or absorbing nearby schools into the significantly larger updated Raleigh Hills Elementary in 2026? As a parent in the neighborhood with children attending another neighborhood school, I would appreciate BSD being transparent about these plans so that we feel in the loop. I see questions were asked along these lines about a year ago, and it seems that an update might be appropriate; 2026 isn't all that far away! Thank you! link

When will BSD announce any plans for redistricting or absorbing nearby schools into the significantly larger updated Raleigh Hills Elementary in 2026? As a parent in the neighborhood with children attending another neighborhood school, I would appreciate BSD being transparent about these plans so that we feel in the loop. I see questions were asked along these lines about a year ago, and it seems that an update might be appropriate; 2026 isn't all that far away! Thank you!

katkins.pdx asked about 1 month ago

Thank you for your question. Determining future plans for the new Raleigh Hills Elementary School is the first task of the newly-formed, citizen Facilities Planning Committee. (Openings were previously advertised in ParentSquare posts, on the district website and on the district's social media in November.) The committee has had one meeting. Future meeting dates are being determined and will be posted here: https://www.beaverton.k12.or.us/departments/long-range-planning/facilities-planning-committee.
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Will the school be open to walk through before demolition starts

Andrew Stahr asked 5 months ago

Yes, we will be publicizing opportunities before demolition.
Share With a capacity of 790 students (from answer below), we will clearly be absorbing at least one other school. Shouldn't we wait and involve the other school(s) when deciding about mascots and colors? Maybe we keep the Panther and change our colors to match the school that is joining ours? on Facebook Share With a capacity of 790 students (from answer below), we will clearly be absorbing at least one other school. Shouldn't we wait and involve the other school(s) when deciding about mascots and colors? Maybe we keep the Panther and change our colors to match the school that is joining ours? on Twitter Share With a capacity of 790 students (from answer below), we will clearly be absorbing at least one other school. Shouldn't we wait and involve the other school(s) when deciding about mascots and colors? Maybe we keep the Panther and change our colors to match the school that is joining ours? on Linkedin Email With a capacity of 790 students (from answer below), we will clearly be absorbing at least one other school. Shouldn't we wait and involve the other school(s) when deciding about mascots and colors? Maybe we keep the Panther and change our colors to match the school that is joining ours? link

With a capacity of 790 students (from answer below), we will clearly be absorbing at least one other school. Shouldn't we wait and involve the other school(s) when deciding about mascots and colors? Maybe we keep the Panther and change our colors to match the school that is joining ours?

jet asked about 1 year ago

No decisions have been made regarding a possible re-boundary process for Raleigh Hills. If the District does explore that option, it would be a longer process with considerable community input. However, the rebranding of Raleigh Hills (mascot, colors) is a more immediate project.
Share We really appreciate our school clothes closet - getting to the district clothes closet is a barrier for some families. Will we have room for this at the new building? It doesn't need to be fancy. Just some space. on Facebook Share We really appreciate our school clothes closet - getting to the district clothes closet is a barrier for some families. Will we have room for this at the new building? It doesn't need to be fancy. Just some space. on Twitter Share We really appreciate our school clothes closet - getting to the district clothes closet is a barrier for some families. Will we have room for this at the new building? It doesn't need to be fancy. Just some space. on Linkedin Email We really appreciate our school clothes closet - getting to the district clothes closet is a barrier for some families. Will we have room for this at the new building? It doesn't need to be fancy. Just some space. link

We really appreciate our school clothes closet - getting to the district clothes closet is a barrier for some families. Will we have room for this at the new building? It doesn't need to be fancy. Just some space.

KatieD asked about 1 year ago

There was a community room on the original plans for the new building, but that had to be changed due to budget constraints. Currently, there is no dedicated space for the Clothes Closet in the new building. However, the principal is aware of this request and hopes to find a solution, even if that means using a smaller space than the school has right now. In the meantime, we'd strongly encourage you to use the district Clothes for Kids resource. This summer, we'll be moving C4K to a larger portable at the old district office location (SW Merlo Road) so that we can serve even more families.
Share Since the new school capacity will be much larger than the current enrollment, does the district plan to rework the boundary lines or merge any other schools to justify the size and cost of the project? on Facebook Share Since the new school capacity will be much larger than the current enrollment, does the district plan to rework the boundary lines or merge any other schools to justify the size and cost of the project? on Twitter Share Since the new school capacity will be much larger than the current enrollment, does the district plan to rework the boundary lines or merge any other schools to justify the size and cost of the project? on Linkedin Email Since the new school capacity will be much larger than the current enrollment, does the district plan to rework the boundary lines or merge any other schools to justify the size and cost of the project? link

Since the new school capacity will be much larger than the current enrollment, does the district plan to rework the boundary lines or merge any other schools to justify the size and cost of the project?

Mel_g asked about 1 year ago

Thank you for your question. The district is continually looking at boundary lines and making decisions the ensure the best educational experience for all our students.
Share Once construction is complete, will there be community access for after hour outreach programs, academic outreach, youth programs and athletics etcc? This hopefully will include use of designated classrooms, gymnasium hours, fields and playground access by permit compliance. Voter approved schools can benefit and produce revenue for the community outside of school hours. on Facebook Share Once construction is complete, will there be community access for after hour outreach programs, academic outreach, youth programs and athletics etcc? This hopefully will include use of designated classrooms, gymnasium hours, fields and playground access by permit compliance. Voter approved schools can benefit and produce revenue for the community outside of school hours. on Twitter Share Once construction is complete, will there be community access for after hour outreach programs, academic outreach, youth programs and athletics etcc? This hopefully will include use of designated classrooms, gymnasium hours, fields and playground access by permit compliance. Voter approved schools can benefit and produce revenue for the community outside of school hours. on Linkedin Email Once construction is complete, will there be community access for after hour outreach programs, academic outreach, youth programs and athletics etcc? This hopefully will include use of designated classrooms, gymnasium hours, fields and playground access by permit compliance. Voter approved schools can benefit and produce revenue for the community outside of school hours. link

Once construction is complete, will there be community access for after hour outreach programs, academic outreach, youth programs and athletics etcc? This hopefully will include use of designated classrooms, gymnasium hours, fields and playground access by permit compliance. Voter approved schools can benefit and produce revenue for the community outside of school hours.

Father asked over 1 year ago

Use of district facilities by community users is permitted consistent with the requirements specified by the District’s Facility Use process: https://www.beaverton.k12.or.us/departments/long-range-planning/facility-use
Share Will the contractors on this site be required to be BOLI registered apprentice training agents? Beaverton School District has put a lot of energy into its CTE program, and that has led to students attending trade schools. These trade schools are “earn while you learn” apprenticeships. I am sure these graduates would like to have the opportunity to work and live in the communities in which they grew up on Facebook Share Will the contractors on this site be required to be BOLI registered apprentice training agents? Beaverton School District has put a lot of energy into its CTE program, and that has led to students attending trade schools. These trade schools are “earn while you learn” apprenticeships. I am sure these graduates would like to have the opportunity to work and live in the communities in which they grew up on Twitter Share Will the contractors on this site be required to be BOLI registered apprentice training agents? Beaverton School District has put a lot of energy into its CTE program, and that has led to students attending trade schools. These trade schools are “earn while you learn” apprenticeships. I am sure these graduates would like to have the opportunity to work and live in the communities in which they grew up on Linkedin Email Will the contractors on this site be required to be BOLI registered apprentice training agents? Beaverton School District has put a lot of energy into its CTE program, and that has led to students attending trade schools. These trade schools are “earn while you learn” apprenticeships. I am sure these graduates would like to have the opportunity to work and live in the communities in which they grew up link

Will the contractors on this site be required to be BOLI registered apprentice training agents? Beaverton School District has put a lot of energy into its CTE program, and that has led to students attending trade schools. These trade schools are “earn while you learn” apprenticeships. I am sure these graduates would like to have the opportunity to work and live in the communities in which they grew up

Matteo asked over 1 year ago

Yes, this project will be registered with BOLI. The solicitation for the contractor on this project includes a goal that 10% of the project labor hours should be performed by state registered apprentices. Over the course of the 2014 Bond, we ended up being at 19%. Additionally, we'll be working with the in-district CTE programs to offer internships during this bond.
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when you rebuild the school in plants only. I want plant walls. Bummmm ba bummm baaaa bumm

Mammot asked over 1 year ago

Noted, thanks!
Share What will the max student capacity be? And will there be anything remaining from the old school similar to the libary on Facebook Share What will the max student capacity be? And will there be anything remaining from the old school similar to the libary on Twitter Share What will the max student capacity be? And will there be anything remaining from the old school similar to the libary on Linkedin Email What will the max student capacity be? And will there be anything remaining from the old school similar to the libary link

What will the max student capacity be? And will there be anything remaining from the old school similar to the libary

TheGloriusLeader asked over 1 year ago

The max student capacity will be 790 students. The entire school, including the library, will be demolished. We're looking for ways to incorporate features from the old building — like the brickwork — in the new school.