New York Construction Report
The New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) unveiled 24 new school buildings across the city this week, marking the largest single-year expansion since 2003.
New buildings are equipped with modern classrooms, advanced technology, science labs, music rooms, and sensory gyms, all designed to foster a conducive learning environment.
Spanning four boroughs, including nine in Brooklyn, eight in the Bronx, one in Manhattan, and six in Queens, new builds include innovative learning spaces such as art and music classrooms, science labs, and special education rooms. Community integration is also a focus, with multi-purpose spaces designed to serve students, staff, and local residents, including medical suites, parent rooms, and indoor and outdoor play areas.
As part of the Public Art for Public Schools program, 21 new art installations by renowned international artists, including Afruz Amighi, Deborah Czeresko, and Dennis RedMoon Darkeem, have been installed in the new buildings. These artworks, created from a variety of materials such as glass, ceramic tile, and metal, add a unique cultural touch to the new educational spaces.
“This expansion is a testament to our commitment to creating vibrant and dynamic learning environments,” said SCA President and CEO Kubota. “These new schools are more than just buildings; they are spaces where students can explore, create, and thrive. They reflect our dedication to providing equitable access to quality education.”
The SCA’s ongoing efforts will continue to focus on expanding educational infrastructure to meet growing demands and comply with state legislation for smaller class sizes. This commitment includes investing in both new facilities and existing infrastructure to support the academic success and well-being of New York City’s students.
For more information and images of the new facilities and artworks, please visit the SCA website.The New York City School Construction Authority unveiled 21 art commissions this week at New York City schools as part of its Public Art for Public Schools program with the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs. The program installed works from internationally acclaimed artists—among these Afruz Amighi, Deborah Czeresko, and Dennis RedMoon Darkeem—in the hallways, entryways, and exteriors of schools across the city.
“Of all the capital development we do in New York City, building schools provides probably the most obvious and immediate improvement for New Yorkers’ lives. We are incredibly grateful to be able to deliver 24 schools in 2024, a banner year for school development,” said Deputy Mayor for Operations Meera Joshi. “Schools today have to compete with video games and social media — luckily, these are no ordinary schools. With environments and furniture specially designed for kids, welcoming back-of-house spaces for teachers and staff, and even a farm, these buildings support not only kids’ social and emotional growth, but whole ecosystems.”
