New York Construction Report staff writer
Construction is underway on a new annex for John Bowne High School in Flushing, expected to open for the 2027-2028 school year and alleviate overcrowding.
The $48.4 million annex was designed by PKSB Architects and is being built by Plaza Construction.
The 630-seat annex will include:
- 20 standard education classrooms
- 2 special education classrooms
- A state-of-the-art Healthcare/Nursing Laboratory
- A Culinary Arts Laboratory
- Administrative offices
- Student and staff restrooms
- Custodial and storage spaces
To support sustainability, the annex will include a green roof designed to improve stormwater management and increase energy efficiency.
“The start of construction on the John Bowne High School Annex marks an important investment in the future of Queens students and families,” said Nina Kubota, President and CEO of the New York City School Construction Authority. “This new 630-seat facility will not only help alleviate overcrowding, but will also provide modern, specialized learning environments, including healthcare and culinary arts labs, that prepare students for college and careers.
“With sustainable features like a green roof and thoughtfully designed instructional and support spaces, we are creating a high-quality, 21st century learning environment that will serve this community for decades to come.”
