Dear Families & Friends of New Horizon,
With the school year ending and the summer starting, I want to provide an update on the construction and rehabilitation of New Horizon School. We continue to remain on track for substantial completion of our scheduled work by August 14, 2026, allowing New Horizon School to reopen in time for the 2026-2027 school year.
Throughout May, our crews have been working on critical infrastructure. From brick replacement and sealing to electrical and HVAC work, crew members have been plying their trades throughout the building. Some of the most important things that were done in May include:
- Finished brick flashing and brick replacement; started brick cleaning and sealing
- Finished drywall installation in all areas and continued drywall taping & finishing in 20 Pod, auditorium and corridors.
- Finished painting walls in the 80, 60, & 40 Pods; started painting door frames.
- Finished ceramic tile installation in restrooms of the 80 Pod area and Nurse’s
- office.
- Continued HVAC pipe and duct installations, electrical installing lights in Classrooms
- Started structural steel installation, roof penetrations, and set roof curbs for for the new RTU’s
- Started ceramic tile installation in restrooms of the 40 Pod.
- Started HVAC Pipe, Duct insulation, and Plumbing Fixture installation.
- Formed and placed concrete pad for the new Heating Boilers.
Looking ahead to June and beyond, here is the work that you can expect our crews to tackle:
- Finish HVAC Pipe and Duct installation
- Finish HVAC roof curbs & roof patching
- Finish ceramic wall tile installation in the 40 Pod restrooms
- Finish plumbing fixture installation
- Start ceramic tile in the 20 Pod restrooms.
- Start HVAC RTU equipment installation.
- Start HVAC final connections
- Start storefront/aluminum window replacement work and flooring installation
Attached to this message is a complete report from SiteLogIQ, complete with photos and additional descriptions of the work crews are performing.
I realize this school year was one of unforeseen changes for New Horizon School, but everyone – students, staff, and families – handled it incredibly well. Once again, I would like to extend my thanks to the New Horizon administration, teachers, and staff. They have been indispensable, and their work reinforces the importance of the service we provide to all learners. BVIU Administration, Board Members, and our partners are committed to ensuring progress is made throughout the summer so we can celebrate our return home.
Thank you, New Horizon families and friends, for your continued patience and support. We will continue to keep you informed as we reach additional milestones.
Sincerely,
Dr. Eric Rosendale, Executive Director
Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit