Academy of Health Sciences Charter School

Overview: The Academy of Health Sciences Charter School is designed to serve 450 students in grades 5 through 8, focusing on health sciences education. This charter school aims to provide specialized, high-quality education in the health sciences field. The project involved renovating an existing bowling alley to transform it into a modern educational facility.

Facilities: The renovation project for the Academy of Health Sciences Charter School involves converting a 47,623 square foot bowling alley using concrete block (CMU) construction. The facility was tailored to support the school’s health sciences curriculum, providing state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. Highmark worked together with Partners for Architecture and Gilbane Building Company to bring this school to life.

Financial Structure: The project is financed through a tax-exempt bond with a 35-year term, underwritten by D.A. Davidson. The financing entity was the Monroe County Industrial Development Corporation, which supports the project through Educational Facilities Revenue Bonds.

Completion: The renovated facility for the Academy of Health Sciences Charter School was completed and ready for occupancy in August 2023.