Leonard Middle School

This Project is Under Construction

Key Information

Scope of Work:
This project includes a combination of new construction, building renovations, and site improvements.

Program Initiatives Addressed:

  • Building Addition(s)
  • Classrooms and Science Labs
  • Media Center
  • Cafeteria/Cafetorium
  • Collaboration Space(s)
  • Interior Corridors
  • Secured Front-Entry Vestibule
  • Security and Life Safety Upgrades
  • MEP (Building Utilities)
  • Accessibility and Site Improvements
  • Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment
  • Technology and Digital Upgrades
  • Removal of Portable Building(s)
Design Process
Construction Process
8900 Chapin Road, Fort Worth, TX 76116, USA
Budget
$47,247,089
New Construction
29,067 SF
Renovations
118,653 SF
Construction Start
September 3, 2024
Anticipated Opening
August 2026
Construction End
Q1 2027

Project Team

Christian Boyd
Owner’s Representative
Pete Valdez
Senior Construction Manager
Contractor
Satterfield & Pontikes | F&P Construction (JV)
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Architect
VLK Architects

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08/28/2026
Leonard Middle School:
Phase 2 & 3 Classrooms

Phase 2 and 3 classroom and cafeteria renovations are complete and in use. Construction continues on the remaining spaces, including the library, kitchen and serving line, counselor’s suite, collaboration spaces, wellness center, and six additional classrooms.

07/21/2026
Leonard Middle School:
Summer Momentum

The campus interior renovations for Phase 2 and Phase 3 are quickly advancing with demolition, concrete pouring, framing, drywall hanging, MEP work, flooring, and wall tile installation.

06/18/2026
Leonard Middle School:
Phase 2 Progress

Wall framing, drywall hanging, and roofing are in progress in the media center area and surrounding offices. Underground utility work for the construction of restrooms is underway in the courtyard area.

05/21/2026
Leonard Middle School:
Interior Flatwork Continues

Phase 2 interior flatwork continues with the re-pouring and correcting of floor elevation. Additional existing campus renovations have advanced rapidly. Phase 2 demolition and abatement are complete and ductwork and overhead rough-ins are underway.

04/27/2026
Leonard Middle School:
Campus Accessibility

As the campus expanded over time, several outdoor paved areas became interior spaces. As part of the school’s current renovations, sloping and unlevel sections are being rebuilt to create a safer, more accessible campus.

03/25/2026
Leonard Middle School:
Phase 1 Complete & Phase 2 Begins

The newly constructed Science Labs, CTE, Fine Arts, Admin and Main Entrance additions are complete and turned over for use.  Phase 2, renovation of the existing structures begins with demolition.

02/25/2026
Leonard Middle School:
Exterior Concrete Work

Exterior site work is progressing. Concrete is being placed and finished to prepare the driveways, parking lot entrances, sidewalk connections, drop-offs & fire lanes for use.

01/27/2026
Leonard Middle School:
Phase 1 & Addition Update

Flooring and trim out in Phase 1 is wrapping up with ceilings and final paint following closely. Corridor walls are nearing completion in the Fine Arts and Admin additions. Fire lane subgrade is complete and ready for paving.

12/30/2025
Leonard Middle School:
Phase 1 & Area D

Phase 1 finishes are underway with tile and paint progressing in all areas. Exterior panel work is ongoing at the Area D admin addition. Grading and site prep for fire lane is complete.

11/26/2025
Leonard Middle School:
Exterior and Interior Finishes Advancing

Exterior improvements are progressing on the new administration entry, with additional finish work underway inside the Fine Arts and Administration additions. Roofing work is wrapping up as the project continues toward upcoming milestones.