Board hears capital‑project update for Pleasant Valley and Schenectady High; storage, nurse suite and congestion raised as concerns

STI Design senior associate Alastair Atkinson presented a capital‑project update on Pleasant Valley and Schenectady High School, showing construction progress, phasing plans and near‑term milestones. The board followed with questions about storage lost to construction (notably for Air Force Junior ROTC), an incomplete temporary nurse suite at one site, building odors and student congestion around construction zones.

Why it matters: Major capital projects change building access, instructional space and operations during construction. The update outlines what will be finished soon, what remains to be scheduled, and what the district must manage to avoid disrupting programs or student safety.

Presentation highlights - Phasing and near‑term schedule: Atkinson said the project is moving through Phase 1 and into subsequent phases that include kitchen/serving line work, music room finishes and exterior improvements. He said some spaces (for example certain serving lines and the back music rooms)…