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Mesquite ISD trustees approve schematic designs for multiple campus renovations
Summary
Trustees approved schematic designs for McDonald Middle, AC Newnan Middle, Horn High fieldhouse and three elementary schools, citing safety, single-point entry upgrades, and capacity needs; designers said projects remain on bond budget and target completion in summer 2027.
The Mesquite ISD Board of Trustees on Tuesday approved schematic designs for several bond-funded projects, including McDonald Middle School, AC Newnan Middle School, Horn High School’s fieldhouse addition and renovations at Beasley, Moss and Gray elementaries.
Graham Bowman, principal in charge for WRA architecture, described security-focused changes to middle-school administration areas and single-point entry vestibules with attack-resistant glazing, clinic expansions, kitchen and MEP upgrades and a 9,500-square-foot athletic addition at Horn High. "The proposed design is a bold new glass and brick entry volume that extends outward framed by a modern roof canopy," Bowman told the board, emphasizing visibility and a single secure entry to limit visitor access.
Trustees discussed timelines and procurement steps. For the larger middle- and high-school projects Bowman said the district will recommend construction managers at the October meeting, issue bid documents in early 2026, and seek guaranteed maximum price approvals in spring 2026 with construction targeted for completion in summer 2027. Board President Carbo called the motions and each schematic passed by voice vote.
The board approved the elementary projects together; WRA said those are "short-fuse" jobs focused on life-safety systems—including fire-alarm and, where needed, sprinkler upgrades—switchgear and HVAC replacements. Designers and staff noted some work may take place after hours or during school breaks to minimize classroom disruption.
