Riverside 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.

 

Key Improvements:

  • New building additions – fine arts.
  • Removal of portables and minor exterior/site improvements.
  • Interior renovations – front entry vestibule, corridors, media center, cafeteria, and interior finishes.
Design Process
Construction Process
1600 Bolton St, Fort Worth, TX 76111, USA
Budget
$48,339,877
New Construction
14,500 SF
Renovations
126,716 SF
Trustee
Roxanne Martinez
Construction Starts
February 3, 2025
Anticipated Opening
Continued Use
Anticipated Construction End
Q2 2027

Project Team

Cameron Whitaker
Owner’s Representative
Pete Valdez
Construction Manager
Contractor
Cadence McShane / Morales
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Architect
Parkhill

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12/18/2025
Riverside Middle School: Phase 3 Progress & Phase 4 Begins

Phase 3 framing and drywall are complete and overhead MEP rough-in activities continue. Phase 4 is underway, with demolition complete and framing and in-wall MEP installation progressing. Foundation work for the addition has advanced, with grade beams poured and slab preparation currently underway.

11/26/2025
Riverside Middle School: Phase 3 Construction Advancing

Phase 3 construction is moving forward with framing, drywall, HVAC, and electrical work underway. The new building addition is also advancing, with foundation work moving forward and and slab placement scheduled next.

10/31/2025
Riverside Middle School: Phase 3 Renovations

Phases 1B and 2B have been completed and turned over to staff and students. Phase 3, featuring demolition, overhead MEP installation, and exterior window removal in preparation for new window installation are in progress. In the addition, pier drilling is nearly complete.

09/30/2025
Riverside Middle School: Phase 2B Nearing Completion

Phase 2B classrooms are close to completion with flooring, inspections, and casework installation underway. Furniture installation is scheduled by late September. The JCC and wight room are progressing, with equipment installation set for end of September. Foundation preparations for the addition are also moving forward.

08/26/2025
Riverside Middle School: Phase 1 Complete, Phase 2 Underway

Phase 1 classrooms were completed and ready for the first day of school. Work continues in Phase 2, with completion expected in September, while roofing and HVAC installations progress across the campus.

07/29/2025
Riverside Middle School: Phase 1 Classrooms Near Completion

Phase 1 spaces are nearing completion with systems and finishes installed. In Phase 2, framing and drywall are underway. On-site utility work continues with power restoration expected by late July.

06/26/2025
Riverside Middle School: Phase 1 Renovations Continue, Phase 2 in Progress

Drywall installation is in progress in Phase 1 following MEP and framing work. Phase 2 is now in abatement. Civil site upgrades, including the water line and fire line, are complete, supporting continued momentum on interior renovations.

05/27/2025
Riverside Middle School: Construction and Utility Work Underway

Phase 1 demolition is complete, and overhead mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installations are in progress. Underground electrical work is complete and water installation and fire protection lines for the new addition are underway.

05/27/2025
Riverside Middle School: Groundbreaking

FWISD, PROCEDEO, Candence McShane, and Morales broke ground on major renovations and a new fine arts building that will include performance spaces for Mariachi, orchestra, band, choir and theater.

08/27/2024
Riverside Middle School: Exterior Conceptual Renderings

As of August 2024, Parkhill Architects are working through the Construction Document phase of design for the Riverside Middle School campus. The school’s scope currently consists of major interior renovations, plus a brand new building that will house the fine arts extracurricular programs- including performance areas for Mariachi, orchestra, band, choir, and theater.