Clark Builders has been awarded the contract to design and build the new George Pringle Secondary School in West Kelowna.

91裸聊视频淲e commend the work of our staff and everyone who worked hard on this process to choose the right builder for this important project,91裸聊视频� said Kevin Kaardal, Central Okanagan Public Schools superintendent/CEO.

91裸聊视频淲e are confident that Clark Builders will deliver a 21st century learning space that will serve the West Kelowna community well for many years to come.91裸聊视频�

The new George Pringle Secondary School will include a neighbourhood learning centre that can offer community programming including childcare, Indigenous and other cultural services, and family resources, built at a cost of $124 million.

It is expected to help alleviate the enrolment stress now faced at Mount Boucherie Secondary, which has more than 20 portables on site, and allow West Kelowna French Immersion high school students to not have to attend classes at 脡cole Kelowna Secondary School.

91裸聊视频淲e express our gratitude for the Ministry of Education and Child Care91裸聊视频檚 practical investment in a design crafted to effectively benefit children and families,91裸聊视频� said Lee-Ann Tiede, chairperson of the Central Okanagan Board of Education.

91裸聊视频淲e eagerly anticipate ongoing support through sustainable funding for education and childcare in our rapidly expanding community.91裸聊视频�

The school will be built with greenhouse gas and energy reduction strategies achieved through a sustainable geo-exchange system for heating and cooling.

The energy efficient design features heat recovery, building automation, and lighting control.

The design also incorporates non-combustible construction materials.

91裸聊视频淲e are excited and honoured to be selected and join with Central Okanagan Public Schools in the work ahead to deliver a modern and sustainable George Pringle Secondary School with a neighbourhood learning centre that will reflect elements of Syilx culture,91裸聊视频� said Scott Benoit, director of project development for Clark Builders.

91裸聊视频淎s design-builders of educational facilities, Clark Builders and studioHuB architects recognize how design can positively impact the social and environmental landscape to improve the well-being and learning outcomes of students, staff and the community.91裸聊视频�

The George Pringle Secondary School replacement project was announced in 2022.

The new school will accommodate 1,200 students and is expected to be ready for the September 2027-28 school year.