Methacton presents $113 million initial renovation plan for high school; board to consider schematic design and construction‑management recommendations

Methacton School District officials presented a phased renovation concept for Methacton High School on Oct. 21 and recommended moving the project into schematic design while advancing selection of a construction management/owner’s representative.

What was presented Consultants described a phased plan that focuses the initial project on the oldest, most infrastructure‑deficient areas — notably the West Wing — while adding new facilities identified as top priorities: a new classroom wing, a larger auditorium, a fitness and wellness area, and an eight‑lane natatorium (pool). The design team said the concept also improves on‑site circulation by creating separate lanes for buses, parents and student parking and would yield about 171 additional parking spaces on campus.

Cost and schedule The engineering and cost team presented an estimated initial project cost (with escalation and allowances) of about $113,000,000, which includes a $7,500,000 allowance for baseline scope items that were not fully defined. The broader 10‑year capital forecast, which incorporates district priorities across the master facilities plan, shows a planning range between about $121,000,000 and $125,000,000 for the overall high‑school program in earlier materials; consultants said the new,…