Horizon Junior High

Ever wonder what it takes to replace an aging school with a new campus? This behind-the-scenes look takes you from blueprint to bell ring.

“Constructing a new school is more than just putting up walls,” Davis School District Facilities Administration Administrator Weston Weekes said. “It’s years of planning, teamwork and coordination to ensure every detail supports our students and staff.”

The video follows the full journey—design meetings, demolition, salvaging reusable materials, moving day and the final touches that make a school ready for students. You’ll see how architects, construction crews, principals and district departments come together to make each transition smooth.

“One of the most unique parts of this process is seeing teachers, staff and even families pitch in to prepare classrooms,” Sunset Junior High Principal Tami Oliver said. “It truly takes the whole community to get a school ready for opening day.”

From salvaging furniture to training kitchen staff, every piece of the puzzle plays a role in creating safe and innovative learning spaces. This work reflects thousands of hours, countless hands and a commitment to student success.

“At the end of the day, the goal is simple,” Davis School District Architecture & New Construction Director Bryan Turner said. “We want to provide schools that are safe, welcoming and designed for incredible learning opportunities.”