Mission Campus Development
Construction of New Main Building
At La Scuola, environment is more than mere space or setting - it's a teacher that plays an essential role in our education and our future. The sunlight through the windows, the aromas of the garden, the color of the paint. We know that environmental factors such as these illuminate the course of our lives, with opportunity and hope. That's why we invest our energy, intelligence, and care to create the optimal environment for education; so that all the members of our community continue to grow "open to the world." This is the path we've chosen.
Today, we have an opportunity to continue to build upon our efforts thus far and to make a resounding impact for generations to come. Already, our community has grown beyond the bounds of our current building. As more and more families choose La Scuola for its unique ability to elevate students as the protagonists in their own education, we need to create a new campus that's as expansive as our imaginations.
The Mission campus will be transformed into the ideal international school of the future - the first and only of its kind in the United States. This building will become the main entrance to our campus and will house our food atelier and dining room, upper elementary and middle school classrooms, extended care space, library and more. The classroom design and layout of each space are unique and at the heart of the Reggio Emilia program, as they provide students with innovative spaces to learn, explore, create, and experiment. This transformational space is designed to align with our distinctive pedagogy, where students learn deeply, find beauty in the world around them, and discover extraordinary answers.
While construction timelines are often fluid, we are currently on track and planning to move in the space spring 2026.
Mission Campus Fly-Through
Here, a sneak preview of what the new building will look like!
Time-Lapse Video: Oct. 7 – June 11
Looking Ahead...
Last Updated: June 9, 2025
In the interior, work on the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems will continue on L2 and move upward towards L3. Interior framing crew is working ahead of the MEP crew on L3.
Glazing will be ongoing this week, as more window frames will be set and glazed. Anchors for the south curtain wall were set this week. We will start seeing the vertical structure of the curtainwall, and scaffold on the south side.
The rooftop is still stacked with material, and framing and sheathing work is progressing nicely. There are large pieces of mechanical equipment up there all of which have to have watertight bases. Waterproofing the equipment pads is meticulous work and will take up the next two weeks. On the exterior excavation to install underground drains and utilities will continue next week and will extend past the following week.
Mission Campus Construction FAQ
- Which classes will be in the New Building, St. Charles and San Carlos?
- Where will the library be housed and which students will be using it?
- Is there a rooftop and who will have access to it?
- Is there a public bathroom in Chan Kaajal Park? Will students be allowed to use it? If so, what are the procedures / policies in place to ensure students remain safe?
- How often is the park swept to ensure student safety?
- Are there other ways to provide additional physical and outdoor activities throughout the day? There are concerns about students eating lunch indoors and only having one recess.
- How are the adults (security guard and 4 teachers) stationed at the park to manage the 2 entrances to the park?
- What does safety and security look like right now at the Mission campus?
- Are there plans in place if construction runs over the estimated time frame of completion?
- How is the project being funded?
- Is the construction timeline dependent on the achievement of the Embrace campaign? Could construction be stalled if fundraising does not go according to plan?
- Can you share Dust Mitigation Details? How will dust be addressed during construction?
- What kind of Noise Mitigation practices will be in place?
Which classes will be in the New Building, St. Charles and San Carlos?
Where will the library be housed and which students will be using it?
Is there a rooftop and who will have access to it?
Is there a public bathroom in Chan Kaajal Park? Will students be allowed to use it? If so, what are the procedures / policies in place to ensure students remain safe?
How often is the park swept to ensure student safety?
Are there other ways to provide additional physical and outdoor activities throughout the day? There are concerns about students eating lunch indoors and only having one recess.
How are the adults (security guard and 4 teachers) stationed at the park to manage the 2 entrances to the park?
What does safety and security look like right now at the Mission campus?
Are there plans in place if construction runs over the estimated time frame of completion?
How is the project being funded?
Is the construction timeline dependent on the achievement of the Embrace campaign? Could construction be stalled if fundraising does not go according to plan?
Can you share Dust Mitigation Details? How will dust be addressed during construction?
What kind of Noise Mitigation practices will be in place?
Chan Kaajal Park does not have a public bathroom easily accessible to La Scuola students as it is located in the condominium building next door. Students are encouraged to use the bathroom before walking to the park. In the case that a student needs to use the bathroom while at the park, one faculty or staff member will accompany the student to Robin’s Cafe to use the bathroom.